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YMCA YMCA of South Hampton Roads • Vol. 5 Ed. 3 Fall 2010
Fall Sports & Family Activities
Plus: Projects in Progress Calendar of Events Membership Success Stories
Mission: To put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.
Letter from the President Greetings, Welcome to Inside Your YMCA, your source for information about what’s new at your YMCA. This member magazine is ready to help you make the most of your membership. In case you haven’t heard, for the first time in 43 years, the YMCA unveiled a new brand strategy this past July to increase the understanding and scope of the impact we are making in communities. Through its new brand strategy, the YMCA will extend its reach into communities to nurture the potential of youth and teens, improve the nation’s health and well-being and provide opportunities to support neighbors. It’s an exciting time for the organization and soon you will begin seeing a new way in which the YMCA communicates our message. While still formally known as the YMCA, we will refer to ourselves just as you have been for years, as “the Y.” Despite the name change, we remain committed to our heritage as evidenced in our Mission: to put JudeoChristian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all. Over the course of the next year, you’ll begin to see and hear just how your YMCA of South Hampton Roads will begin embracing our new brand revitalization.
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This fall we will continue working on exciting new projects including, a Regional Summer Day Camp and Family Center at Kenyon Road in Suffolk. A full-day camping experience for boys and girls, ages 5–15, the camp will bring environmental education to life, as youth experience the beauty of nature through handson activities in the camp garden, forested area and throughout the 55-acre site. The camp is scheduled to open in the summer of 2011. Lastly, the YMCA of South Hampton Roads is proud to announce the continued sponsorship of McDonald’s, a proponent of educating and encouraging healthy eating habits to our children. Enjoy this edition and discover the many ways you and your loved ones will enjoy being a part of our YMCA family! If you would like to share your story to inspire others or see an article about a particular YMCA program in Inside Your YMCA, contact the Membership Director at your YMCA. We appreciate your feedback. In good health, Chuck Harris President/CEO YMCA of South Hampton Roads
Contents 4 Projects in Progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 How Regular Exercise Can Help with Diabetes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Activate America. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Albemarle Family YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Eastern Shore Family YMCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Effingham Street Family YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Great Bridge/Hickory Family YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Greenbrier Family YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Greenbrier North YMCA Wellness & Racquetball Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Hilltop Family YMCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Indian River Family YMCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 James L. Camp, Jr. Family YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Mt. Trashmore Family YMCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Outer Banks Family YMCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Suffolk Family YMCA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Taylor Bend Family YMCA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 YMCA Camp Silver Beach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 The First Tee of Hampton Roads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Whitt Brothers Cite YMCA for Success. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Leaders’ Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Eating Healthy On-the-Go (Tips from McDonald’s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Association Calendar of Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24–28 YMCA of South Hampton Roads Locations Listing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
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America On the Move Day September 26, 2–4 pm Celebrate your first steps to living a healthy lifestyle at the YMCA’s America On the Move Day on September 26. All YMCA of South Hampton Roads family centers will offer families opportunities to participate in healthy activities between 2–4 pm. This event is free and open to the public. Come out and celebrate being healthy and active members of the community!
Activate America! Activate America is the YMCA’s answer to combating our nation’s growing health crisis by encouraging regular exercise, eating healthy and leading a more active lifestyle. The urgent challenge facing all Americans to find a healthier lifestyle demands a fundamentally new and aggressive social response. Each of us must take charge and help our children and families take responsibility for healthy living. No single organization can effectively solve the nation’s chronic disease crisis but collectively, all sectors of our communities and nation must come together to advance a common strategy to remove the barriers and increase the opportunities for physical activity and healthy eating for all. America On the Move is one event that your YMCA focuses on in helping you to lead a healthier lifestyle. The 3-week challenge begins on September 6 and concludes on September 26. Every
member of your family is encouraged to participate and exercise together! It’s simply a matter of exercising a minimum of 3 times a week for the 3 weeks and logging your activity in FitLinxx. At the conclusion, every member who accomplishes the challenge will receive a reward. Join others at your local YMCA for America On the Move Family Day. This event, held at every YMCA of South Hampton Roads family center, will take place on Sunday, September 26 from 2–4 pm and is free and open to everyone in the community. What better way to spend a Sunday afternoon than with your family and others at the YMCA! Family friendly activities including physical movement and healthy snacks will be offered. If you haven’t participated in a Y-Change class, there’s no better time than the present. There are hundreds of success stories that Y members have shared with us once they’ve completed their
Make The Pass!
YMCA Member Referral Program Score up to two free months of membership when friends you refer join the YMCA from November 19–30! They’ll get 50% off the joining fee. See Member Services for details and referral coupons.
Y-Change journey. It’s amazing how much change can happen in such a short period when you get the support and structure from a Y-change class. If you haven’t accomplished your healthy lifestyle goals like you wish you had, this class is for you. Organized in short 6-week segments, you’ll meet 3 times a week with a small group of others who also are trying to develop more healthy habits. You’ll get together for both seminars and exercise sessions. Several of our YMCAs are offering specialized Y-Change classes like Y-Change Older Adults, Teens or Families. Check out the location closest to you. If we all focus on increasing our activity levels and eating healthier, we can make a difference in providing a healthier future for ourselves and our children.
Projects in Progress In June 2010, the YMCA of South Hampton Roads purchased the 55-acre property at 275 Kenyon Road in Suffolk, VA. This purchase was based on our vision to develop a regional camp and family center serving Suffolk, Franklin and the greater South Hampton Roads area in order to enrich the lives of 400 children ages 5–15 per week. Opening next summer, YMCA Day Camp takes you back to tradition—an exciting full-day camping experience for boys and girls. Swimming, camp songs, environmental education, family nights, conservation awareness and archery are just a few of the ways we build traditions. Through this project, environmental education comes to life, as youth will experience the beauty of nature through hands-on activities in our camp garden, forested area and throughout the 55acre site. Addressing the importance of the ecosystem, conservation, recycling and how to live a green lifestyle, it is our
goal to develop campers’ awareness of their role in the environment, as well as their appreciation for the outdoors.
Company/Church, Civic Group Outings Church Retreats and Team-Building/ Obstacle Course Training.
As well as a Day Camp, we will also be utilizing and offering the setting for a variety of other activities and programs such as Holiday Camp, Group Rentals/ Family Reunions, YMCA Family Days,
To say informed on our projects in progress please visit our website at www.ymcashr.org or become a fan on Facebook for updates.
How Regular Exercise Can Help with Diabetes Regular exercise could be a natural and effective way to help treat diabetes. A study conducted with diabetic Hispanic men and women undergoing a strength training routine found that within 16 weeks there was dramatic improvement with their sugar control. With its positive impact on blood sugar, weight, and blood pressure, exercise is an activity that should be included in any routine. Besides its beneficial properties regarding blood sugar, weight loss, and blood pressure, diabetics who exercise regularly have been found less likely to experience a heart attack or stroke than those who do not. This exercise is not specific to strength training or anaerobic exercise. Aerobic exercise, such as walking or jogging, is similarly effective. Both of these exercises, whether combined or isolated, have been found to aid in the fight against diabetes. How much exercise is too much? Overexercising could cause your blood sugar to rise. Obviously, this is not something that is desirable for a diabetic. Be sure to start your exercise program very slowly in order for your body to adapt to the new regiment that it is going through.
Warming up is very important as well. Always warm up before you start training in order to prevent too much stress on your body. Doing 10-15 very light repetitions of any exercise will increase blood flow, and eventually get your body ready for the exercise that you are about to perform. This is an important step that many often overlook.
Start your exercise routine out by going on brisk walks or lifting weights. Always make sure to consult your physician. The length of the exercise is also important—most experts agree that roughly 45 minutes of exercise is enough. This prevents over-exercising, and therefore prevents the negative effects on your blood sugar levels. While it is recommended that you exercise for no more than 45 minutes, exercising for a shorter period of time is acceptable.
When should you not exercise? If your blood sugar is above 250 mg/dL and you are have tested positive for ketones then it is considered a bad idea to exercise. Exercise could do more harm to your body than good at these levels. If your blood sugar is above 300 mg/dL but you are not ketones positive, then it would be advisable to exercise carefully. While exercise is certainly a great method of natural improvement, you do not want to do it when your body cannot handle the stress. Exercising can help those suffering from diabetes improve their health. When following the guidelines and techniques outlined here, exercise can be a powerful tool against diabetes. Always be sure to also monitor your diet, ensuring it is full of living foods and super-foods. -by Anthony Gucciardi, www.NaturalNews.com
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ALBEMARLE FAMILY YMCA
1240 North Road Street, Elizabeth City, NC • (252) 334-9622 Monday–Friday 5:30 am–9 pm • Saturday 7 am–6 pm • Sunday 1–6 pm
Making Memories that Last
Hello, my name is Vincent the Frog. I am a member of the wonderful team at the Albemarle Family YMCA. During these past few months, before the kids of Elizabeth City/Pasquotank Public Schools went on break for summer, a helper and I have been
visiting several elementary schools to meet with some very special kids! We have been instructing the kids that we have met in the elementary schools about water safety. There is so much to teach these children about being responsible around water like boating safety, pool safety and beaching safety. Our goal is to make children of all ages aware of the safety steps involved with being in and around water. Being a frog makes me a great source of information for the kids seeing as how I spend so much time in the water! We showed the kids pictures of a pool, a beach and a lake. They discovered safe ways to enjoy these places through discovery questions. Near the end of our time together the children get to ask questions about what
Active Older Adults America is on the threshold of a new age: the age of the young, active older adult. This group is one of the fastest growing segments of the population. The Albemarle Family YMCA wants to provide more services to our growing population. Many active older adults age 55 and older are trying various new adventures. Our own Nick Nicholson rides his motorcycle to the Y to teach boot camp and cycling. We currently offer several Group Exercise classes such as Aqua Aerobics and Stretch,
Special Thank You to the Wachovia Wells Fargo Foundation The mission of the Wachovia Wells Fargo Foundation is to build strong and vibrant communities, improve the quality of life and make a positive difference. That is why they are one of Albemarle Family YMCA’s community partners; we are on similar missions.
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they’ve learned, and how they can be safe when enjoying the water. We have made so many great new friends that some have even come to take Swim Lessons here at our Albemarle Family YMCA. It makes me so happy to think of all the kids learning and practicing safety in the pool or out at the beach. Your Friend, Vincent the Frog If you’d like to know about more about the adventures of Vincent please give Christina Weiss a call at (252) 334-9622 or email at cweiss@ymcashr.org.
The Albemarle Family YMCA wants to offer more for this growing group of YMCA members. We are surveying our active older adults to provide a more complete program. Through the survey process we hope to find several adults to form an advisory committee that can help plan activities that motivate and challenge our older adult population. Please stop by Member Services to pick up your survey. Bend and Move. We also have an active card group that meets every day in our upstairs lobby to play cards, share snacks and coffee as well sharing stories.
Thanks to a grant, the Wachovia Wells Fargo Foundation has invested in the community through our All Kids Swim program. All Kids Swim is a program that allows the kindergarten children in the Elizabeth City Pasquotank County school system to have a free set of eight Swim Lessons. Drowning is the secondleading cause of injury-related death
among children under the age of 15, and through Wachovia’s support, we are able to continue this program. Thank you Wachovia for changing lives. If your business would like to be a community partner with the Albemarle Family YMCA please contact Dean Mattix at dmattix@ymcashr.org or (252) 334-9622.
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BLOCKER NORFOLK FAMILY YMCA 312 W. Bute Street, Norfolk • (757) 622-9622
Monday–Thursday 5 am–10 pm • Friday 5 am–9 pm • Saturday/Sunday 7 am–7 pm
What’s in a Name?
A Conversation with S. Frank Blocker, Jr. Q: What is it about the YMCA that has held your interest for so long? A: That’s easy. Friends. Many of my friends have been at the Y. Also, the handball.
Frank Blocker has been a YMCA member nearly all his life. As a young man, he was an avid handball player at the Norfolk YMCA. In 1977 and 1978, he served as Chairman of the Norfolk YMCA. Mr. Blocker has been generous not only with his time, but with his financial resources. In 1993, his first major gift to the Norfolk YMCA helped to build the pool and laid the foundation for the remarkable transformation of this facility from one primarily for businessmen to a thriving center for for children and families of all ages.
After-School Youth Fitness Classes (onsite & offsite) It’s now even easier to get your kids involved in an extracurricular activity or learn to swim without added stress! We are now offering youth classes & fitness for kids during After-School hours! • Hap ki do for Kids • Swim Lessons • Youth Fit Level I
Q: What motivated you to make the gifts to the YMCA that you have made? A: When it came to dollars for the Norfolk pool so many years ago, it was to honor my father. The Y was a special place to him and he had many friends there. The dollars for the pool also transformed the Norfolk Y into a modern Y and that was very important at the time. I’ve never been a big swimmer—I always preferred to sail—but I do appreciate the value of a pool in terms of recreation and keeping kids safe in the water. The Norfolk Y was something I just wanted to do for kids and families. No matter how much money you have, everyone has a responsibility to help others. I wish I had a nickel every time I’ve heard that but it is true. Q: What are your wishes for the future of the S. Frank Blocker, Jr. Family YMCA? A: I’ve seen lots of changes in downtown Norfolk over the years. There is a renaissance happening downtown bringing more children and families. The A nonsport specific program for ages 7–11 years geared toward matching physical skills sets specific to this age group concentrating on 12 core principles: Balance • Functional Strength Training Flexibility • Agility • Jumping • Speed development • Attitude • Core strength Cardio-endurance • Plyometrics • Nutrition Hand/Eye Coordination Participants will be assessed individually throughout the program on four components:
YMCA needs renovations to be part of that and to be even more significant than they already are. Every generation of kids has their own challenges—we had the depression and the war—but there seems to be so many things that can steer a kid wrong nowadays. Most kids don’t go outside and instantly have a bunch of other kids to play with. Youth obesity wasn’t a problem when I was younger. We could play until dinner and mother never worried about us. If any group can make today’s children and future generations healthy, and roll with the punches, it is the YMCA. Q: What advice would you give to today’s children? A: Kids just need to work hard, stay out of trouble, respect their parents, and get involved in activities like those at the Y. Those things should be high on every list. Help our Teen, Swim Lesson and Child Care programs mentioned by Mr. Blocker reach their full potential by giving today. If you would like to learn more, please contact Nancy Diel at (757) 962-5523 or ndiel@ymcashr.org.
Push-ups, pull-ups, core-strength and cardio-endurance. Youth will achieve the 12 core principals through a series of structured games and team activities. Emphasis will be placed on having fun, while achieving increased muscular strength and endurance, increased flexibility through basic Yoga moves and cardio-endurance. For more information please contact Jamie Childress at (757) 622-9622 or jchildress@ ymcashr.org.
We Build People Goal At 92% of our 2010 Annual Giving Campaign, the Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA is only $13,195
away from our $152,000 goal of bringing 400 free swim lessons to local children, summer adventure camp to kids and Teen programs to our future leaders. We would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for every gift you have given to make the lives of children safer and more
enriched. Help our programs reach their full potential by giving today. If you would like to learn more, please contact Nancy Diel at (757) 962-5523 or ndiel@ymcashr.org.
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EASTERN SHORE FAMILY YMCA 26164 Lankford Highway, Onley • (757) 787-5601
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 5:45 am–9 pm • Tuesday, Thursday 6 am–9 pm • Saturday 8 am–6 pm • Sunday 1–6 pm
YMCA Fall Sports— Register for two sports and save! Flag Football
The Eastern Shore Family YMCA will be holding registrations for Fall Flag Football leagues. The member rate is $40 and the prospective member rate is $55. This price includes awards and jerseys. Children must be at least 5 years old to register. Practices will start on September 11 and games will be held at the YMCA on Saturday mornings starting September 25. Stop by the YMCA to register anytime during regular business hours. Registration ends on September 18.
Fall Family Fun Night
Members can come out for an evening of roasting marshmallows, warm apple cider, and fall crafts at the YMCA. We will be showing The Charlie Brown film, The Great Pumpkin in the gym. So come out from 5–8 pm and join us for some wholesome family fun!
YMCA Kids Dodgeball
Dodge, duck, and weave playing the game everyone loves. The Eastern Shore Family
YMCA will be offering it’s first ever Kids Dodgeball League in November. Modified rules make this a game to challenge all levels of ability. Games will be played on
Wednesday evenings starting at 5:15 pm. The cost is $20 for members and $30 for prospective members. Ages 6–14.
Originally from Shamokin, Pennsylvania, Matt Hoffman moved to the Eastern Shore five years ago, where he became a school teacher and started working at the YMCA. Matt works as a camp counselor, FitQuest coach, Group Exercise instructor, and volunteers to help with many events such as YMCA Healthy Kids Day.
Bodybuilding Federation (USBF). They test all competitors for steroids and all other performance enhancing substances. He ended up winning the contest and qualifying for professional contests. Last year he entered a contest in Wilmington, Delaware along with his father and younger brother!
At 28 years old, Matt has been weightlifting for almost half his life. He started powerlifting in high school and won the Pennsylvania AAU Games for 3 straight years. At 22 years old he set a world record for bench press in his weight class; he weighed 148 pounds and bench-pressed 345 pounds! After that he decided to try bodybuilding, which requires a much more dedicated workout routine and diet plan. He competed in his first bodybuilding contest at the Bloomsburg Open, which was run through the United States
He owes his dedication to weight training to the YMCA and his family, who have taught and encouraged him every step of the way. He has been training at the Eastern Shore Family YMCA for the past 5 years, which has been the positive environment he finds essential for anyone trying to get or stay healthy.
Matt Hoffman
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EFFINGHAM STREET FAMILY YMCA
1013 Effingham Street, Portsmouth • (757) 399-5511 Monday–Friday 5:30 am–9 pm • Saturday 8 am–6 pm • Sunday 1–6 pm
School-Age Child Care
Your Effingham Street Family YMCA’s Before- and After-School program is about to begin. Our program runs from 6:30 am–6 pm at the Effingham Street Family YMCA and Mt. Hermon Preschool Center. There is a $25 one-time registration fee along with a weekly fee of $40 (BeforeSchool), $50 (After-School), or $60 (Beforeand After-School). While your child is in a safe and friendly environment, they will be able to participate in many activities, including outdoor play, SPARK (Sports, Play, and Active Recreation for Kids), arts & crafts, KidzLit (reading program), KidzMath (math games), and homework assistance and supervision. Hurry—space is limited!
Mr. Brother’s Story
With changes to my diet and help from the health and wellness director, Jill, and other cycling instructors and staff, I am now down to 220 pounds and still dropping the weight. I have also been off all meds for the past six months! To everyone at the Effingham Street Family YMCA, I am truly thankful for all that you’ve helped me achieve!
Hello, my name is Kirk Brothers and I am a member of the Effingham Street Family YMCA. In December of 2008, I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. With information and support from my nurse and diabetic support group, I learned that diet and exercise would help control my diabetes. In February 2009 when I joined the Effingham Street Family YMCA, I weighed 300 pounds. I started out working out in the Health & Wellness center and got registered with FitQuest, and later added Group Cycling to my workout routine.
For more information about Y-Change, please contact Health and Wellness Director, Jill Mills at (757) 399-5511 or jmills@ymcashr.org.
Strategies for Success—Use These Ideas to Meet Your Goals Start Small You can’t lose 20 pounds in a week. But you can lose one. Creating small achievable goals is important in the beginning. Get It On Paper Whether setting your first goals, tracking daily progress, or sharing your deepest thoughts with a journal, writing things down crystallizes your ideas, exposes underlying fears and keeps you on track. Focus On Everyday Habits The building blocks of a healthy lifestyle are forged in the smallest of actions you take every day. Healthy choices can become as natural as brushing your teeth or locking the front door. Build one habit, one action at a time.
Always See Your Goal Goals need attention. They need to be seen, heard and thought of often. So surround yourself with reminders. Be Consistent Imagine a plane taking off. In the beginning, a lot of energy is spent to simply get moving down the runway. But as speed and momentum take over, the plane is pulled forward and up into the sky, faster and further by the second. Consistent action, no matter how small, has more power than you often realize. Never Stop Learning A healthy lifestyle is a process—a journey more than a destination. You can always learn more about nutrition, fitness, and even yourself that can help you be just a little bit better tomorrow.
Come Out of Seclusion Everyone needs the help of others; support, information, encouragement, advice, and a well-timed pep talk are all invaluable as you set off on your adventure. Allow For Setbacks Accept the fact right now that you will make mistakes, and understand that it can be a positive thing. Have Fun! Who says getting healthy has to be a chore, a burden to be endured or suffered through? This can be an exciting adventure of self-discovery and help build a meaningful life—enjoy the ride! *Article taken, in part, from www.sparkpeople.com
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GREAT BRIDGE/HICKORY FAMILY YMCA 633 S. Battlefield Boulevard, Chesapeake • (757) 546-9622 Monday–Friday 5 am–11 pm • Saturday 8 am–7 pm • Sunday 11 am–7 pm
Kids on the Move!
Statistics show that the earlier you introduce healthy habits and active lifestyles to your children, the better. This Fall, we’ll help you get your children up and moving with programs that serve children of all ages. Register at the Member Services desk.
Fall Family Fun At the Great Bridge/Hickory Family YMCA this Fall, we’re all about family fun! Join us for one (or all) of our Family Fun Nights. These programs are free and open to members of all ages. Register online or at the Member Service desk.
Saturday, September 18, 6–8 pm
Join us for a Back to School Luau on the outdoor pool deck, complete with games, prizes, food and fun. School might have started but the summer’s not over yet!
Ages 2 ½–4 Intro to Ballet: October 12–November 18, 11–11:30 Tues/Thurs. Cost: $60. The class will introduce your prima ballerina to basic ballet moves and to working together in a small group. Musical Me: September 15-October 13. Wednesdays, 10:30–11 am. Cost $20. Do you have a budding musical artist in the family? This program will teach children the basics of music, singing, and rhythm, while incorporating dancing and movement. Get Up and Go: October 26–November 18, 11–11:30 am. Mondays, Cost: $20. This is a class that is all about getting children up and moving! Participants will play games, run, skip, jump, dance and move! The goal of the class is for each child
to develop movement and socialization skills. Ages 5–9 KardioKids: Beginning September 15. Wednesdays, 3:50–4:20 pm. This class will teach children basic exercise moves, stretches and active games. It’s all about being fit and having fun. This is a free class, open to members ages 5–9; no registration required. Ages 10-15 Water Waves: Begins October 5 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4–4:45 pm. This is a free class, open to members ages 10–15 years. Join us to make a SPLASH and see how much fun water can be in this medium intensity water aerobics class! Parents can join their child in the water. Come with some friends or bring a parent.
Friday, October 15, 7–9 pm
Join us for a frightfully fun Monster Mash in the gymnasium. Wear your funniest, cutest or most original costume (nothing scary please) and compete for fun prizes. You’ll also enjoy music, dancing and ghoulishly funky food.
Friday, November 5, 6–8 pm
Join us at the indoor pool for Family Fun Night—aquatic style. Participate in relay races, music, fun, and food.
New Program: Strong Families For busy parents, staying physically fit and eating right can be a daunting task. It can be even more difficult to ensure that our children are active and eating a balanced diet. Employment, helping kids with homework and carpooling keep us on
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the run, making exercise, eating healthy and quality family time difficult to come by. As part of the Activate America initiative, the YMCA wants to help make life a little simpler for today’s busy families. One of the keys to making a family fitness program successful is to make sure there is variety. You don’t have to sign your kids up for boot camp to fulfill your parental duty. A better approach would be to think of a variety of fitness activities that your family can participate in together on a regular basis. Don’t know where to start? New at the Great Bridge/Hickory Family YMCA this September is the Strong Families program. When your family signs up to participate in
this free member program, you will meet once a week to learn how to work together to create a stronger family bond and have fun at the same time. The Strong Families program will teach you how to maximize quality family time during the week and will introduce families to activities such as cooking together, family outings, teamwork activities and fun physical activities. In all that we plan and do, the Great Bridge/Hickory Family YMCA works to build strong kids, strong families, and strong communities. To learn more contact Youth Sports Director, Matt Lewis at 546-9622 or mlewis@ymcashr.org.
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GREENBRIER FAMILY YMCA 1033 Greenbrier Parkway, Chesapeake • (757) 547-9622 Monday–Friday 5 am–10 pm • Saturday 8 am–7 pm • Sunday 11 am–7 pm
Outstanding Outreach Program Serves Local Youth In the fall of 2008, the Greenbrier Family YMCA felt that Chesapeake needed an outreach program and kids in our community needed the opportunity to be able to experience all that we have to offer at the YMCA. In January 2009 we kicked off our outreach program, which serves several lower income communities of Chesapeake, providing health and wellness opportunities for youth. Over the past two years, this program has gone from serving 16 kids to being able to reach out to over 90 for this year’s summer camp. When we started, we had 16 kids coming weekly to our Tutor and Fit program, Friday night kickball, and every other Saturday coming to the Y for some swimming and fun. During the year these kids had a safe place to have fun, learn new things
STEAM Forward LEGO Do you have a child who loves LEGOS? Do they get excited about the inside of machines, nuts, bolts, Levers, and gears? If so, Greenbrier Family YMCA has just the club for your child, the STEAM Forward LEGO Club. STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering & Applied Math through play, and your child will build and explore with motorized machines and gearing mechanisms. The curriculum consists of LEGO vocabulary and building techniques, building & testing race cars, a NASA-inspired engineering project,
Baby Boomers Shake it with Zumba Gold! Zumba Gold is a high energy, happening new class at the Greenbrier Family YMCA for adults ages 55 and up. This exciting Latin-inspired, dance fitness program includes Merengue, Salsa, Cha-Cha, Cumbia, Belly Dance, Flamenco, Tango and Rock-and-Roll. The Zumba Gold program creates a party-like atmosphere and is great for the more mature mind, body, heart and soul.
such as healthy eating habits, teamwork, respect, honesty, the importance of nutrition, and how to make the right choices. That summer we had our first outreach summer camp, which had 20 participants, for two weeks to experience the Y and all that is has to offer without any cost to them. Thanks to the funds raised through We Build People, these kids learned life lessons at the pool, went on a 1.5 mile walk on a trail at Northwest River park trail, took a trip to the Sports Hall of Fame museum, and spent the day at the beach. The kids had an awesome summer, and the counselors had a summer they would never forget. Outreach continues to flourish with 90 kids participating in High Hopes Summer Fun at the Cuffee Center.
Greenbrier Family YMCA is making a huge impact within the community and we find it an honor to be a part of something truly extraordinary. The YMCA is about making a difference in our communities. We are making that difference and truly helping to change lives for the better.
spinning energy, zip-lines and gondolas, forces that push, and gears that go. Your child will walk out of the club every day with more knowledge and an increasing interest in the ever-growing world of science and technology. Careers in science and technology hold one of the top spots for job opportunities in the future. So what are you waiting for? Get your child excited about STEAM, join the club, and watch their minds grow and flourish for years to come. For more information on this club please contact Belinda Clemons at 547-9622 ext 310 or bclemons @ymcashr.org. Baby Boomers are the fastest growing population in today’s society; every seven seconds a baby boomer turns 55, and at the Greenbrier Family YMCA we have the classes that keep the boomer generation moving! Studies prove it is of the utmost importance for older adults to have an exercise plan and realistic wellness goals. Staying active offers a reduction in the risk of cardiovascular disease, a slower progression of chronic diseases, a rise in psychological well-being, and endless
possibilities of positive and long lasting social relationships. There is no age limit to having fun, learning new skills, meeting new friends and shaking what your momma gave you. With the help of Zumba Gold we are creating a movement to keep the Baby Boomers happy, healthy and engaged in today’s world. For more information on this program please contact Sherry Walker at (757) 547-9622 ext. 318 or swalker@ymcashr.org.
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GREENBRIER NORTH YMCA WELLNESS & RACQUETBALL CENTER 2100 Old Greenbrier Road, Chesapeake • (757) 366-9622 Monday–Friday 5:30 am–9 pm • Saturday 8 am–7 pm • Sunday 1–6 pm
School-Age Child Care
release these challenging energies. In the school age after-school program we focus on a program that is called SPARK, or also known as Sports, Play and Active Recreation for Kids. The goal is simple: to get children moving.
With school just around the corner, we want you to choose the YMCA for your child care needs. We will have a Meet & Greet for families on August 31 from 6–7 pm at Chic-Fil-a (Sam’s Circle). School’s Out, but the YMCA is still ready to serve your needs. We will have a full day care at the Greenbrier North YMCA from 7 am–6 pm. It will include a day full of activities such as arts & crafts, Interactive Zone, games, and of course a field trip. Don’t miss these important days. • November 11–12 • December 22, 23, 28, 29, 30, & 31 (7 am–2 pm) • January 17, 28, & 31
Family Programs:
Family Concert Night at Towne Place: Greenbrier, September 3rd, Lewis McGehee
Family Hip Hop (ages 8+) every Tuesday at 6:15 pm.
Put a SPARK in After-School
Children usually want to eat, sleep, or run after school. After all they are children and their bodies are constantly changing. All people regardless of age are constantly challenged by mental, physical, and emotional stress. While these are pretty normal and help us develop and cope later into adulthood, we still need to engage our children into an outlet to Other Greenbrier North winners included: • Kelly Sawyer & Doug Gilman: Men/Women Doubles • CL Murphy: Men’s All Age A Group • Jeff Wagner: Men’s All Ages Open Group • Jon Harpman & Rob Watson: Men’s Doubles Elite/A Group • Kelani Bailey: Men’s Singles • Pam McGrath & Kelly Sawyer: Mixed Doubles BC • Pam McGrath: Women’s Singles B/C.
Racquetball 34th Annual Military Classic Racquetball Tournament
The 34th Annual Military Classic was a great tournament for all involved. Racquetball is a sport that has a very strong social aspect to it and we try to provide a venue that makes it an important part of the event. The competition was tough, as evidenced by the number of tiebreakers, and we had great hospitality all weekend. Sunday saw some great matches with Austin Babb bringing his game to beat our own Jeff Wagner in the Men’s Open final in 2 games. Chris Eggleston and Kelani Bailey won the Mixed Open/Elite Doubles.
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The games are broken up by several categories including age, intensity, and group size. We have found that some children do not wish to participate at first because of their gender, physical activity level, or because fear of the unknown game, but once they see how much fun their peers are having, they can’t wait for the next round to start! We have noticed that many children that once seemed uninterested in physical activities are now running around and laughing with friends, and the best part is they don’t even realize that they are exercising because it is so much fun! Call (757) 366-YMCA to sign up today! tournament season kicks off with the Mistletoe Match Hope Tour Tournament December 3–5 at the Greenbrier North YMCA Wellness & Racquetball Center. This year’s tournament helps raise monies and awareness for Cancer research. Sponsorship, as well as a silent auction, will be held to support funding. Something for every player: Based on member and player feedback, the fall leagues resumed under the new format. All players were pre-ranked prior to placement in the leagues. The top 10 players were placed in the Open League, next 12 in A, next 10 in B league. Each league champion receives a t-shirt and a post league party is planned at the end of each session. The New Racquetball School Scholars Program provides assistance to those participants that excel in academics as well as their program development in racquetball.
Kelani Bailey with Sergio Nunez.
Mistletoe Match Hope Tour Kicks Off 2010/2011 Season South Hampton Roads racquetball
Racquetball 101 resumed in August, a chance for the new player to learn the basics of racquetball from our local pro, Malia Bailey. Our next session is Wednesday, December 8 at 6:30 pm. Members can sign up at the Member Services desk.
HILLTOP FAMILY YMCA
1536 Laskin Road, Virginia Beach • (757) 422-3805
Monday–Thursday 5 am–10 pm • Friday 5 am–9 pm • Saturday 7 am–6 pm • Sunday 10 am–5 pm
Let’s Go Together (A Member Story) classes and fantastic instructors the YMCA offers,” relates Nancy. “PowerCut, the Cycling class followed by Y Pilates, Kickboxing on Wednesday, and last but not least my favorite class on Fridays, Zumba.” George’s favorite class is PowerCut followed by Kickboxing, Cycling, Y Pilates and Zumba.
George Bendeck and Nancy Hudson frequently team up to tackle their workouts together. They both joined the YMCA in April. Nancy has a sister who was diagnosed with cancer. “My sister motivated me (to workout), after she was diagnosed with cancer she never gave up and kept working out and riding her bike, surfing and snowboarding. I thought to myself if she can live through her chemotherapy and be healthy, I could be healthier at this point in my life.” George was told he was at high risk of diabetes and high blood pressure and started his healthy lifestyle then. Nancy and George work out 5-6 days a week. “I take advantage of the wonderful
Since dedicating herself to a healthy lifestyle, Nancy’s biggest accomplishment is walking into the gym everyday and staying motivated. She feels she is taking steps in a positive direction for healthy and happier living. In addition, she has more energy, is getting better sleep and she revels in that great feeling at the end of the week that she stuck with it and successfully finished out one more week. Each week warrants a celebration of success and she shares this excitement with those around her including George. George himself has accomplished so much and has much cause for merriment. He started taking care of himself. George got off the couch and lost 30 pounds. He states that life in general has improved; he has much more energy and always has a better mood. He is frequently seen sweating and smiling at the Y. The season runs from September 9– October 30. Please call (757) 422-3805 for more information.
Fall Sports Fall Soccer
Y Soccer is designed to teach the basic skills of soccer to children who have never played the game and improve the skills of those who have. Focus will be on ball control, offensive and defensive tactics, rules and regulations of the game, team work, sportsmanship and fair play for all. YMCA core values will be emphasized throughout the season. Ages 3 to 12 years. Shin guards and cleats are recommended. Each team will practice one night a week from 5:30–6:30 pm, and games are on Saturday morning. The season runs from September 9–October 30. Please call (757) 422-3805 for more information.
Fall Adult Flag Football League
Y Flag Football is coed for all adults 18 years old and up to come out on Sunday mornings to showcase your football skills.
But all of this is not without effort. “It is hard to keep on track,” George tells us, “but having a workout buddy and everyone that supports me” makes it possible. Keeping track of the weight lost every week motivates George even more and is a great measuring tool. “Staying on track with anything is always difficult; I take it one day at a time. I think about what I want to get accomplished that day and make sure I add going to the gym to that list.” explains Nancy. They will both continue their healthy lifestyles because they love the results too much. Nancy’s favorite thing at the YMCA is the group classes they offer and the wonderful Instructors. “It’s much more fun suffering along with a group of individuals.” They love that they can have fun and break a sweat. Their classmates and instructors keep them moving. Contact the Member Services desk for more information about our Group Exercise classes, at (757) 422-3805.
have never cheered before and to those who are looking to improve their skills.
Teen Pickup Basketball
Teen pickup basketball is coed and open to all skill levels every Friday night from 7–9 pm. Come enjoy a game of basketball for fun or just to work on your jump shot with your friends. Games include open shooting, 3-on-3 games, full court games and a tournament. This is your chance to play inside a warm gym on a cold night. Please call (757) 422-3805 for more information.
Volleyball Night
Volleyball Night is coed and open to all skill levels. Every Thursday night from 7–9 pm. come enjoy a game of Volleyball for fun or come to work out. Please call (757) 422-3805 for more information.
Y Cheerleading
Y Cheerleading is designed to teach the basics of cheerleading to children who
Focus will be on good sportsmanship, cheer movements and cheer rhythm. The YMCA core values will be emphasized throughout the season. Participants must be in kindergarten or older and are asked to bring water and to wear athletic attire. The season runs from September 9–October 30. Please call (757) 422-3805 for more information.
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INDIAN RIVER FAMILY YMCA 5660 Indian River Road, Virginia Beach • (757) 366-0488
Monday–Thursday 5:30 am–9:30 pm • Friday 5:30 am–9 pm • Saturday 8 am–7 pm • Sunday 11 am–6 pm
Youth Activities and Programs Holiday Camps
When school’s out the YMCA is IN! Join the Indian River and Salem Family YMCAs this fall and winter for fantastic fun when school is closed. Holiday Camp is open for everyone and includes, swimming, arts and crafts, Interactive Zone, creative manipulative, Spanish classes and more! Rising kindergarteners and older will come to the YMCA from 6:45 am-6 pm. No more worries about your child being bored on days off from school! Members: $25/day Prospective Members: $35/day
Leaders’ Club
What is your teen doing this school year? The Indian River Family YMCA Leaders’ Club is back. Rising 6th graders to 12th graders commit to spending their free time volunteering, having fun, and making a
difference for their future! Teens meet every Monday night at the YMCA for mentoring, fitness, volunteering, skill building, and fun! Teens volunteer a minimum of 100 hours
during the entire school year. Help prepare your teen for his or her future and apply today.
Master’s Swim Are you tired of just logging endless miles on the treadmill? Do you need a change in your routine? Join us in the pool to get expert swim instruction and a great workout! Our new program, Master’s Swim will include daily workouts and pointers on how to improve your swimming.
Master’s Swim participants must have knowledge of the basic swim strokes and be comfortable swimming a 500-meter workout.
Y-Change Works!
in such a positive way. I lost 8 pounds and some inches during the six weeks. I’m a more confident, happy person.
“I joined the Y-Change program to continue my weight loss and to learn how to eat healthier and to live a healthier lifestyle. Also, I wanted to get an exercise routine that could help me reach my goals. Joining the Y-Change program was the best decision that I could have made; it impacted my life
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Tuesday and Thursdays 6–7 am Free (Members only program).
Listening to everyone, I found that we were all there for the same reasons and that was to live a healthier lifestyle and get stronger. I had never been in such a positive setting of people. Jason, our Y-Change coach, listened to our individual situations. I have limitations because of my size and health and I couldn’t do all the exercises. Jason would give me something that I could do and that kept me moving with the class. I really appreciated that he made sure that I didn’t feel left out. He is such a caring person. Keeping the food journals keep me accountable for what I ate or didn’t eat
correctly. I had an issue with eating breakfast and Jason helped me realize how important breakfast was. So now I am more aware of the things I eat, and the portion sizes I eat. I know how to shop for the right foods and how to read the labels correctly. There is so much to learn about nutrition and I have just begun. My goal is to continue with the Y-Change program and with the support of Jason and the rest of the group. My hope is to lose more weight and be able to motivate someone else and show them that this program is beneficial and IT WORKS if you put forth the effort!” Valarie Spruill
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JAMES L. CAMP, JR. FAMILY YMCA 300 Crescent Drive, Franklin • (757) 562-3491
Monday–Thursday 5 am–9 pm • Friday 5 am–8 pm • Saturday 8 am–5 pm • Sunday 2–5 pm
Prime Time Family Game Night
Friday, October 15, 6:30–8 pm
2010 Blue Ridge Leaders’ Club retreat.
Fall Events & Programs CYSS Swim Team
The Camp YMCA Swimming Sharks are back for another season. The full team will start practice on September 14. The swim team has room for any child that can swim the full-length of the pool without resistance. For more information on this program, please contact Christopher Brooks, at (757) 562-3491 or cbrooks@ ymcashr.org. Members: $26/month, Junior CYSS or $32/month, Senior CYSS
KidZone After-School Program: Ages 5–12
The James L. Camp, Jr. Family YMCA is your child’s after-school fun stop! We’ll play games and learn new games, create arts and crafts, sharpen our dramatic skills, swim in the pool, develop literacy skills in KidzLit story time, have crazy competitions, and much more. Every day in KidZone, homework assistance and snack are available. We offer quality supervision and exciting activities, all designed to complement your child’s school day experience. Transportation is provided to the James L. Camp, Jr. Family YMCA from Franklin City Schools (S.P. Morton Elementary and J.P. King Middle School), Southampton County Schools (Meherrin, Nottoway, and Riverdale Elementary Schools and Southampton Middle School) and Southampton Academy. This program runs Monday–Friday until 6 pm. For more information on this program, please contact Ann Manning at (757) 562-3491 or amanning@ymcashr.org. Members: $47/week Prospective Members: $72/week *One time registration fee of $35 due at registration.
Calling moms, dads, and kids to Prime Time Family Game Night! It’s the best fun you can have on a Friday night and it’s free to members. Kickball/Basketball (yes, there really is a game that combines the two), Roly Poly, Relay Races–Family Style, and more, having wholesome family fun pays off now and in the future! Come and let us show you a great night of family fun! Register at the Member Services desk! For more information on this program, please contact Ann Manning at (757) 562-3491 or amanning@ymcashr.org.
Visions of Sugarplums – Phone calls from Santa
The Visions of Sugarplums program provides a phone call from Santa or Mrs. Claus to children ages 3–11 to talk about their holiday wishes. Imagine your child’s surprise when Santa Claus calls! This program is sure to bring holiday magic right into your home! For more information, contact Ann Manning at (757) 562-3401 or amanning@ymcashr.org.
would like a T-Shirt. Strollers and babies are welcome!
Halloween at the Y
Come support the James L. Camp, Jr. Family YMCA Leaders’ Club at the Halloween at the Y with fun games, cake walks, costume contests and haunted house. This year’s event will be held on Thursday evening, October 28, from 6:30 to 8 pm.
Winter Break Camp
Session I: December 20–23 Session II: December 27–30 When school lets out for the holidays, we’ll be waiting for your child at the James L. Camp, Jr. Family YMCA. Parents, you can catch up on your holiday preparations while making sure that your child is in very good hands! We’ll celebrate the best that the season has to offer, from games, to cooking, to crafts, story time and more! For information on this program, please contact Ann Manning at 757-562-3491 or amanning@ymcashr.org. Members: $88 session Prospective Members: $134/session
Fall Soccer
Registration for Fall Soccer begins August 1 through September 1. Leagues are available for Youth League, ages 3 through grade 9, and Adult League for ages 15 and older. For more information, contact Kathy Roberts at (757) 562-3491 or kroberts@ymcashr.org.
Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot
Join us on Thanksgiving Day morning at 9 am for a 5k Walk/Run around the quiet neighborhood of the YMCA. Bring a nonperishable food item for our local food bank or register for $10 in advance if you
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MT. TRASHMORE FAMILY YMCA
4441 South Boulevard, Virginia Beach • (757) 456-9622
Monday–Thursday 5:30 am–10 pm • Friday 5:30 am–9 pm • Saturday 8 am–6 pm • Sunday 10 am–6 pm
Your Membership Helps You Get Fit
Get into the Interactive Zone! Our newly remodeled I-Zone is now available to kids and teenagers and is compatible with KidQuest and TeenQuest, our youth fitness programs; Member Incentives—incentives throughout the year, including America on the Move and Holiday Kick-Off, provide you with the motivation you need to reach your goals and your efforts are always rewarded with a prize! This is how your membership helps you get fit! For information on these programs and for general fitness inquiries, please contact Nick Kady at (757) 456-9622 or nkady@ymcashr.org.
As part of your membership, you are able to participate in a variety of free programs that are fun and effective at keeping you healthy! Some of these programs include: FitQuest, which utilizes our computerized FitLinxx program and helps guide you through a workout; and Y-Change, an exercise and nutrition program in a group setting where a coach will help guide you through a six-week journey to wellness.
Y-Change for Older Adults Y-Change is a six-week nutrition and exercise program. Y-Change for Older Adults is a class especially tailored for the older adult population. If you are 50 years or older and want to make a healthy lifestyle change this program will give you the proper knowledge, direction and motivation to do so. In this group setting, issues such as proper diet and nutrition will be discussed. Other
topics that will be covered are memory, sleep, arthritis, bone health, depression and more. The group will also partake in functional exercise that is designed to help one perform with balance, confidence and strength in their daily life. For information on these programs and for general inquiries, please contact Linda White at (757) 456-9622 or lwhite@ymcashr.org.
Aquatics needed to be a lifeguard, including CPR, AED, First Aid, and Oxygen Administration. For more information, contact Brendan O’Donnell at 456-9622 or bodonnell@ ymcashr.org. October 9–24; Saturdays and Sundays from 9 am–6 pm
goal setting, and team building. New participants must try-out before registering for this program. The Porpoise Club is for ages 5-14 years. Please contact Brendan O’Donnell at (757) 456-9622 or bodonnell@ymcashr.org.
$175 for Members $250 for Prospective Members
Mt. Trashmore Porpoise Club YMCA Lifeguard Certification Classes
This course is designed to provide the participants with the knowledge and skills
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Different from a swim team, the Porpoise Club will allow the children to experience many aquatic activities such as conditional swimming, lifeguarding skills, kayaking, and water polo. Through these activities we will work to grow self-confidence,
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OUTER BANKS FAMILY YMCA 3000 S. Croatan Highway, Nags Head, NC • (252) 449-8897 Monday–Friday 5 am–9 pm • Saturday 8 am–6 pm • Sunday 1–6 pm
Boston Marathoner Joining the YMCA had been in the back of my mind for some time. I was unable to figure out a successful exercise routine with 4 little ones running around, so the Y became
New Programs Porpoise Club
Ready for something more competitive than Swim Lessons? Our Porpoise Club is a training club to prepare you for a competitive swim team experience. You will learn more comprehensive strokes and develop better endurance techniques from our USA Swimming-certified coach. Prerequisites include completing a 50-yd rudimentary freestyle and proficiency in one other stroke (i.e. backstroke). For
Special Events 2nd Annual Dog 5K Run/Walk October 2, 2010
Can your pooch swim with the big dogs? Complete the dog days of summer by bringing your best friend (or you can help and walk an SPCA pet) for a play date with friends in the outdoor pool from 12–3 pm. Dogs can romp, splash and race each other during their very own special swim event after the 5K. Evidence of current vaccinations is required. Sign Up begins September 1. One FREE T-shirt per family is given, but extras will be available for purchase. For more information, please contact Laura Kirby at (252) 449-8897 or lkirby@ ymcashr.org.
the obvious solution. That was 2 ½ years ago. At first just to be able to walk on the treadmill was exactly what I needed and I did it for weeks before I even looked over to the other half of the room. Weights…and the wonderful FitLinxx machines that told me if I was doing it right or not…imagine the possibilities! This was something I’d never even thought of doing, but it seemed easy enough. In order to spend more time on the weights, I started running. I started out one mile at a time before I accidentally started to love running—it was amazing to me that I could turn myself into a runner over night! I ran my first local 5K race about 8 months after starting the YMCA and was hooked and couldn’t stop. I ran my first marathon simply because there was one here at the beach. When the race was over I felt amazing—
more information, please contact Melinda Bishop at (252) 449-8897 or mbishop@ ymcashr.org.
Youth In Motion
We have designated classes available for your 9–15 year olds. They are able to take these classes themselves or with their parents. This is a great way to exemplify healthy lifestyle choices! For more information please contact Laura Davis at (252) 449-8897 or ldavis@ymcashr.org.
Kidsfest 2010
September 26th is Kidsfest! Everyone is invited to come and try out the YMCA for FREE this day. There will be games in the pool, swim lesson registration, aerobics demonstrations for all ages. Open House will be from 1–6 pm, with program activities from 2–4 pm. For more information please contact Laura Davis at (252) 449-8897 or ldavis@ymcashr.org.
9th Annual Turkey Burn
Feeling a little guilty about how much you consumed celebrating Thanksgiving? Maybe you’ve got that “Turkey Hangover” where you just want to sleep the next day? Make a plan; mark your calendars! Join the instructors for a marathon of classes back to back. Both Group
looked at my time—and thought, I can do better. So that’s how it all began. I qualified to run in the Boston Marathon. It’s amazing how goals can change from one thing to something you’ve never even thought about. Running for me is a wonderful sport because you can continue to do better just by taking it to the next level. I’m not sure what’s next for me as far as races, but you can be sure I’ll be training on the treadmills at the YMCA! Paige Sillies of Kitty Hawk ran the Boston Marathon this year with a completion time of 3 hours, 31 minutes, 34 seconds. She was number 7,569 out of the 22,645 who finished. For more information on YMCA 5K’s or the FitLinxx system, please contact Dick Drumm at (252) 449-8897 or ddrumm@ymcashr.org.
Cardioblast
This high energy shallow water workout is designed for everyone ages 10 & up. Pool activities don’t end with the summer so bring your family to this fun and exciting new class. Cardioblast begins Friday, September 3rd and will continue every Friday night from 7–7:45 pm. For more information about new programs and much more please contact Laura Kirby at (252) 449-8897 or lkirby@ymcashr.org. Exercise rooms will be active and include a sampling of classes. Starting with a 30-minute Pilates class (warming the body and core) you will then move into a Sculpting Starter class using various resistance tools. Cardio will include Step, Kickboxing, Cycling and Zumba! We will end the Turkey Burn with Yoga classes; after all, if you made it through the others, you certainly deserve it. This is an awesome way to work off the extra helpings and maybe open up a new fitness routine. You don’t have to do all the classes, but we would love to have you here. A schedule of class times will be available at the Welcome Center. For more information, please contact Kerry Sanders or Laura Kirby at (252) 449-8897 or ksanders@ymcashr.org.
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SUFFOLK FAMILY YMCA
2769 Godwin Boulevard, Suffolk • (757) 934-9622
Monday–Friday 5 am–10 pm • Saturday 8 am–6 pm • Sunday 11 am–6 pm
Coach K Brings Experience and Love of Swimming to the Gator Swim Team Dan Krewson, better known as Coach K, brings a wealth of experience and coaching expertise to our Gator Swim Team program. Coach K is a former All-American Swimmer who has been coaching swim teams since 1987. Most recently, Dan volunteered with the Kings Fork High School Swim Team. Under his direction, the Kings Fork Team enjoyed tremendous growth in numbers and the confidence to compete with the rest of the Southeastern District. In 2009-2010 the Kings Fork swimmers broke twenty out of a possible twenty-four team records.
Boot Camp
“Coaching for the Suffolk Family YMCA I would just like to say how proud, of all the young athletes, I am. The more opportunities these children have had to swim, the more their event times have dropped. One great example of this would be the swimmer who, at the beginning of training was able to complete 50 meters of freestyle in just over 1 minute, has improved his or her time by close to 20 seconds!” With the swimmers training as hard as they do, they all can look forward to consistently improving their personal best times. Boot Camp is a new Group Exercise class that is creating the same great excitement that our Zumba class created earlier this year – except you don’t have to dance! It isn’t meant to intimidate and it is not just for the advanced exerciser. Boot Camp is for everyone. In our Boot Camp classes you work out your entire body using a variety of cardio and strength training techniques through calisthenics type exercises. Caring and motivating instructors encourage our members throughout this class and
“Love the Grin You’re In” If you are a member of the Suffolk Family YMCA you are probably very familiar with the quote “Love the Grin You’re In.” Have you seen a group of nine employees in our Group Exercise classes, fitness floor and even wondered who that was rushing in and out of the locker rooms to make it back to work in time? Recently Dr. Gwaltney’s Dentistry office here in the Suffolk community participated in our Y-Change classes during their lunch break—with fantastic results. In less than six weeks the group of nine employees lost over 35 inches, reached many of their short term goals and gained more energy to
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keep up with Dr. Gwaltney’s early morning workout routines. Christie Harrell, office manager, says that “Joining the Y-Change program has been
Join us in September to become part of the Suffolk Family YMCA Gator Swim Team. Please contact the Aquatics Director, Karen Johnston, at (757) 934-9622 ext.14 or kjohnston@ymcashr.org for further assistance.
ensure that everyone has a great workout tailored to their personal skill level. Boot Camp classes are offered Monday nights from 6:15–7:15 pm, Wednesday nights from 6:15–7:15 pm, Friday mornings from 8:30–9 am and the first and third Saturday of each month from 9:15-10:15 am. Come join the fun and find out why Boot Camp is the newest, most popular class on our schedule. Please contact our Member Services desk or visit our www.ymcashr.org for more information about our Boot Camp classes. a 100% positive experience! Our team members were encouraged to set both nutrition and exercise goals. We found that working out as a team was very motivating. The YMCA staff went out of their way to accommodate our schedule so that we were able to try many different workout classes as well as the nutrition class. The Y-Change program encouraged our staff members to make many lifealtering changes on a daily basis. Our office is now healthier, happier and thinner thanks to the Suffolk Family YMCA!” For more information about Y-Change, or to sign up for the next session, please contact Amelia Chung at (757) 934-9622 or schung@ymcashr.org.
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TAYLOR BEND FAMILY YMCA 4626 Taylor Road, Chesapeake • (757) 638-9622
Monday–Friday 5 am–10 pm • Saturday 7 am–6 pm • Sunday 8 am–6 pm
Ai Chi and Tai Chi motion, circulation, flexibility, balance and coordination, as well as concentration and focus. These disciplines have been successfully used with pain management, managing arthritis, fibromyalgia, COPD, diabetes, Multiple Sclerosis as well as those suffering from neurological and orthopedic conditions.
Fitness comes in many forms. Whether you feel like you are at the top of your “game” physically or suffer from the aches and pains associated with fibromyalgia or arthritis, staying fit and healthy should be at the top of your to-do list. At Taylor Bend Family YMCA we offer Ai Chi on Tuesdays and Thursdays 10–11 am in our heated Indoor Pool. We also offer Floor Tai Chi on Thursdays 11:40 am–12:40 pm in our main Group Exercise Studio. These classes, Ai Chi and Floor Tai Chi, are meant to be slow and slightly rhythmic in nature, offering time for relaxation and meditation and a real calming approach to health doing everything at your own personal pace.
Lose yourself in a meditative world where gravity seems to disappear and you have the opportunity to improve your health and well-being. Discover a relaxation technique with an active, yet calming approach to health. Improve range of
Special Events
This event is sure to please even the keenest shoppers! If you are an artesian and would like to participate as a vendor, please contact Janet Taylor, Group Exercise Coordinator, at 638-9622 or jtaylor@ ymcashr.org.
Children’s Halloween Bash Put on your costume and join us on Saturday, October 23, 7–8:30 pm for a hauntingly good time at our annual Children’s Halloween Bash! There will be plenty of freaky fun including playing crazy carnival games and eating ghastly goodies. Open to members 2 to 12 years old while accompanied by a parent. Please bring a snack to share at our refreshment table. Registration required. $3, members only. Register online at ymcashr.org or at the Member Services Desk. For more information contact Jessica Rubio, Youth and Teen Director, at (757) 638-9622 or jrubio@ymcashr.org.
Family Fall Fest
Join us on Saturday, November 20, 12–2 pm for a fun, family event. Help us celebrate the fall season at our family carnival with games and prizes! Please bring a side dish or snack to share. Registration required. $8 for members only. For more information contact Jessica Rubio, Youth and Teen Director, at (757) 638-9622 or jrubio@ ymcashr.org.
Whether you are an elite athlete trying to improve your body’s ability to utilize oxygen or someone looking to help with everyday functional living, we hope that you will take time out of your busy schedules and try one of these fabulous classes. For more information contact Janet Taylor, Group Exercise Coordinator, at 638-9622 or jtaylor@ymcashr.org.
Snap, Snack and Swim with Santa
2nd Annual Craft Fair
Join us on Saturday, December 11, 9:30 am–2 pm, to help you get your holiday shopping underway. Last year’s event was a huge success with over 20 vendors participating! The gymnasium will be transformed into a huge shopping extravaganza with items such as jewelry, food preparation tools, designer handbags, wood-crafted items, paintings and artwork, clothing and so much more. The items will be eloquently displayed by vendors from our local community. Silent Auction items are donated by participating community vendors; all the proceeds go to Taylor Bend’s We Build People annual giving campaign. This campaign helps to serve the youth and teens of our community.
Join us Sunday, December 19, 2–4:45 pm for our Snap, Snack and Swim with Santa event! Bring the entire family to snap a photo, enjoy holiday snacks and participate in swim time with Santa and his helpers. Please bring cookies for your family to decorate and enjoy; we will provide the tools for decorating along with beverages to wash down those delicious treats! You may bring your own camera to photograph your family’s fun at the event. Please come with your bathing suit on under your holiday clothes. Registration required. $8, members only. For more information contact Jessica Rubio, Youth and Teen Director, at 638-9622 or jrubio@ ymcashr.org.
Visit www.ymcashr.org for 101 new programs this Fall!
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YMCA CAMP SILVER BEACH P.O. Box 69, Jamesville • (757) 442-4634 www.CampSilverBeach.org
Book your next conference or retreat at Silver Beach!
YMCA Conference & Retreat Center at Silver Beach is the ideal setting for restorative inspiration. Whether you’re planning a day of team-building activities or a week-long family reunion, we offer full-service dining and lodging for up to 400 guests. Visit www.silverbeachconference.org for a complete list of activities or contact our Conference Coordinator at (757) 275-9441 for an information packet.
Join us for: • Church Ministry Retreats • Corporate Meetings & Seminars • Leadership Development Programs • Team Building Workshops • Family Reunions & Weddings • School & University Events
The finest in camp-setting accommodations: • Full Service Dining & Bayside Grille • Outdoor Chapel & Amphitheater • Adventure & Relaxation Activities • Meeting Space with Audio/Visual Capabilities • State-of-the-Art Fitness Center • Wireless Internet
Contact us about our in-house and partnered Leadership, Team Building and Sales Training.
A Chesapeake Bay Adventure importance of giving. Campers also learn to stand up for their beliefs.
YMCA Camp Silver Beach is nestled in 151 beautiful acres on the Chesapeake Bay on Virginia’s Eastern Shore, with 1,200 feet of pristine beachfront offering fun and recreation year round. Camp Silver Beach is one of the largest Y camps in the nation offering activities for youth, teens, families and groups.
Visit www.CampSilverBeach.org for more information and to watch our video, and don’t forget to become a fan on Facebook!
Summer Resident Camp
We offer weekly sessions from mid-June to mid-August for girls and boys from ages 8-16 years old. Three-week teen programs are available for rising freshman, sophomores and juniors. Campers build confidence, learn sportsmanship, find potential, grow friendships and develop a healthy independence through traditional camp and adventure-based activities. Respect and honesty come packaged in water adventures, woodland walks and campfire sing-a-longs. Friendships are
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what make campers and counselors return year after year. Well trained staff from around the world make for the experience of a lifetime. Traditional camp activities focus on developing healthy relationships, both peer-to-peer and camper-to-adult. The goal is for campers to become more caring and responsible and to understand the
THE FIRST TEE OF HAMPTON ROADS 2400 Tournament Drive, Virginia Beach • (757) 563-8990 www.TheFirstTeeHR.org
Include The First Tee in your YMCA membership. Add The First Tee amenity to your YMCA membership for only $10/month, and enjoy even more: •
Unlimited rounds of golf at our Virginia Beach facility
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Use of clubs and bags
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Unlimited driving range use
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Complimentary range balls
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Unlimited putting green and short-game area use
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Reduced fees on certification classes and summer golf camp
The First Tee is a national golf program for children, originally founded by the PGA of America, PGA Tour, Augusta National Golf Club, LPGA and United States Golf Association. Children play and learn at all ability levels. Family and adult golf times are available.
When you think of The First Tee do you think about just golf? Well, we want you to know that we are in the business of “youth development” while utilizing the game of golf. We offer a wholesome program unlike any other, a positive and safe environment for you and your children. The First Tee teaches nine core values, that can be used on and off the course; we build self confidence and enhance self esteem. Our goal is to assist in making your child a better citizen in our community and if he or she ends up loving the game of golf, well then that is a bonus! Golf is a game you can continue to play for life; the core values and life skills you learn at The First Tee can be used for a lifetime.
The Virginia Beach facility includes a Nine Hole Golf Course, Driving Range, Short Game Practice Area and a Clubhouse/ Learning Center. The second The First Tee facility is located at Upshur Neck Farms on the Eastern Shore of Virginia in the town of Quinby. Call the Eastern Shore location at (757) 787-5601 for more information. Additional The First Tee programs are run at Lambert’s Point in Norfolk, The Pines in Elizabeth City, Hell’s Point in Virginia Beach, and Cedar Point in Suffolk. Classes are held year round at our Virginia Beach and Lambert’s Point facilities. The First Tee memberships are available at the Virginia Beach location.
Members of The First Tee receive reduced greens fees and range balls, as well as use of the short game area. Participation in The First Tee certification program requires a current membership. YMCA of South Hampton Roads members get a 50% discount on The First Tee annual membership dues. The First Tee Member: $35 Individual; $70 Family YMCA Member: $17.50 Individual; $35 Family For more information about the The First Tee of Hampton Roads please contact Nancy Moore at (757) 563-8990 or nmoore@ymcashr.org. Fall Sessions begin September 13 and run through December. Sign up today!
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YMCA’s Whitt Brothers Set Wrestling Records Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA members Bryan and Taylor Whitt were introduced to the sport of wrestling through a local YMCA youth program when they were both in elementary school. Over the years, they continued to train at the Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA and began winning numerous local wrestling tournaments. After both won multiple state middle school championships, they embarked upon very successful high school careers. They have now won seven high school state wrestling championships between them. Their father Burt Whitt has been a member of the YMCA of South Hampton Roads since 1978 and currently serves on the Board of Directors and has so for 15 years. “The YMCA makes a considerable effort at providing a variety of programs for families with children of all ages, so that each person can find healthy activities that they enjoy. I’m just thankful my own children have been able to benefit from a number of Y youth programs.” says Burt. Bryan, who just graduated from Cox High School, became the first Virginia wrestler to win 5 state titles this year while Taylor, a rising senior at Norfolk Academy, won his 2nd state championship. This is as many as any brother duo in Virginia has ever won and Taylor has a chance to win another one next year.
Bryan, who also set the all-time record for wins in Virginia with 237, was recently selected by the Norfolk Sports Club as the top high school wrestler in the area and was selected by Wrestling USA Magazine as one of three All-Americans from Virginia. The YMCA instructor who introduced him and his brother to wrestling, Coach Joe Baranik, traveled back to Virginia from North Carolina to see him receive the prestigious Norfolk Sports Club award.
Bryan has signed to wrestle next year at the University of Virginia. Both boys acknowledge that getting their start in wrestling and training at the Y has led to huge benefits, including a healthy lifestyle. For more information about family programming, dial (757) 962-5555 to connect to the YMCA nearest you. Visit www.ymcashr.org for more information about the YMCA of South Hampton Roads.
YMCA Leaders’ Club
Designed to empower youth and teens with skills and values instrumental to success, the YMCA Leaders’ Club instills young people with all the confidence and vigor to succeed in life. Jake Pittman, 18, of Franklin, Virginia has achieved much success through his involvement in the YMCAs Leaders’ Club. This June, Pittman was one of eight selected, based on his mentoring skills and ability to inspire others, to attend
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the Blue Ridge Leaders School (BLRS) at Black Mountain, North Carolina. To be eligible for this retreat, teens are required to do at least 100 volunteer hours in the YMCA or in the community.
Day. The most rewarding volunteer opportunity has been coaching 2nd–4th grade soccer teams at the James L. Camp, Jr. Family YMCA the last two years, along with friend Wade Martin.
The BRLS is an annual event where several hundred teenage boys and girls gather to learn how to inspire and teach the youth skills for the future.
Pittman is only one example of a number of youth participating in this voluntary activity. At present there are 38 active teens at the James L. Camp, Jr. Family YMCA, helping to create a positive, safe environment for youth and teens. Each teen program is focused on developing the spirit, mind and body while stimulating creativity, offering challenges and of course, having fun!
Pittman has been involved with the YMCA all of his life, attending YMCA Summer Camp for most of his childhood and has been involved with the Leaders’ Club since he was 12 years old. Throughout his time at the YMCA he has found value in volunteering, in many areas, such as a referee for children’s soccer leagues, enrichment camps over the summer, and YMCA Healthy Kids
For more information about the Leaders’ Club please contact Lynn Skeele-Flynn at (757) 962-5504 or lskeele-flynn@ ymcashr.org.
Healthy Eating on the Run When you are crunched for time or have no energy to cut, dice, and slice a healthy dinner, healthy eating on the run seems impossible. Healthy eating on the go can be easy if you just take one day a month to plan menus, go grocery shopping and stock your kitchen with choices that will be quick for mealtime but also nutritious. Eating healthy has four basic components: Think Brown, Cut the Fat, Colorful Plates and Fist-Sized Portions. 1. Think Brown Stock your house with whole-grain carbohydrates (brown rice, whole grain cereal, sweet potatoes) instead of food that is white in color (i.e. white rice, white bread, potatoes). Benefits: You will feel fuller due to the increased fiber content. These foods also will help with cholesterol levels in your body and keep your heart healthier. 2. Cut the Fat Limit red meat consumption to one time per week and take the skin off all poultry. Do not bring sweets and chips into the house; if you must have something sweet or salty; eat it outside of the home where your portion size can be controlled. Switch dairy products to fatfree or 1% fat only. 3. Colorful Plates If you do not see a least 3 different colors on your plate at mealtime then you are definitely not getting the fruits and vegetables you need every day! Chicken, mashed potatoes, and corn make a dull colored plate…brighten it up! 4. Fist-size Portions In the meat and carbohydrate department you should only eat one fist full of anything containing flour or sugar and one palm-sized portion of meat, poultry or seafood per meal. The rest of your plate should be filled with the “colorful plate” items. Now that you have the four basic guidelines under your belt, you are ready to stock your kitchen.
In the pantry always have: Low sodium chicken broth, dried fruit, nuts, brown rice, whole wheat pasta, low-fat spaghetti sauce, fat-free refried beans and chunk light tuna or salmon. For the freezer: Stock your freezer with different kinds of frozen vegetables (without sauce). Also buy frozen skinless chicken breasts, frozen salmon, turkey burgers and frozen shrimp. For the refrigerator: Mini whole wheat bagels, low-fat flavored or whole wheat tortillas and eggs (great for a quick omelet wrap on the run), fresh fruit and veggies, fat-free dairy products and a variety of low-fat, low-sugar condiments (BBQ sauce, salsa, and teriyaki) that can be poured over any frozen chicken breast for an instant dinner.
Choose sides of fruits and vegetables instead of fries or chips. Healthy eating does not need to be labor intensive or expensive if you just plan ahead and follow the four basic guidelines: think brown, colorful plate, low-fat and fist-sized portions. Eat easy, eat smart, and eat for your heart! Shaye Arluk, MS, RD, HFI is a registered dietitian who is contracted by McDonald’s Corporation to promote their balanced active lifestyle campaign. She will be providing free lectures at area YMCA’s monthly on healthy snacking and the truth behind the 100 calorie snack pack. Please check the YMCA’s web site for more details.
Now that you have all the ingredients available, take one day a month to plan out 10-15 healthy meals that you can make in advance and are freezer stable or are quick to prepare. Magazines like “Cooking Light” and cookbooks like The Six O’Clock Scramble by Aviva Goldfarb are a great source for healthy recipes. Eating out can be a healthy alternative but you have to choose very wisely and follow the four healthy eating rules closely. In quick service restaurants choose salads with grilled chicken or grilled chicken sandwiches without a mayonnaise based topping. McDonald’s Premium Grilled Chicken Sandwich is served on a whole grain bun so you can also “think brown” with this option.
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ASSOCIATION*Alphabetized CALENDAR OF EVENTS by City, then YMCA Family Center
Chesapeake Great Bridge/Hickory Family YMCA
SEPTEMBER 6 Labor Day, YMCA Open, 7 am–2 pm Child Care available 7:30 am–1:45 pm No Group Exercise classes Outdoor Pool open, 10 am–6 pm 9 Parents’ Morning Out, 9 am–12 pm Teen Leaders’ Club begins 10 Teen trip to Laser Quest, 6–10 pm Parents’ Night Out, 6 – 9:30pm 12 Karate sessions begin for ages 5 and older 13 Weekday Swim Lessons begin Cheerleading for K-2nd grade begins Flag Football for PreK–4th grade begins Soccer for PreK–4th grade begins Pee Wee Sports for ages 3–5 begins 17 Family Activity Night 7–8:30 pm 18 Middle School Madness 7–9:30 pm 20 New Y-Change teams forming 10:45 am and 6 pm 21 Parents’ Morning Out, 9 am–12 pm New Y-Change teams forming 11 am and 6:30 pm 24 Parents’ Night Out, 6–9:30 pm OCTOBER 1 3 4–6 4–8 7 8 11 15 19 22 23 30
Registration begins for Youth Winter Basketball Karate sessions begin for ages 5 and older Women-on-Weights sessions begin Volleyball Clinic for ages 10–12 Parents’ Morning Out, 9 am–12 pm Parents’ Night Out, 6–9:30 pm New weekday Swim Lessons begin Family Activity Night, 7 – 8:30 pm Parents’ Morning Out, 9 am–12 pm Parents’ Night Out, 6–9:30 pm Teen trip to RRR Ranch, 9 am–1 pm Middle School Madness, 7–9:30 pm
NOVEMBER 7 Karate sessions begin for ages 5 and older 8 New weekday Swim Lesson sessions begin New Y-Change teams forming 10:45 am and 6 pm Pee Wee Sports for ages 3–5 begins 9 New Y-Change teams forming 11 am and 6:30 pm 11 Kids Day Camp, 6:30 am–6 pm 12 Kids Day Camp, 6:30 am–6 pm 12 Parents’ Night Out, 6–9:30 pm 15–17 Women-on-Weights sessions begin 19 Parents’ Night Out, 6–9:30 pm 20 Middle School Madness, 7–9:30 pm 23 Parents’ Morning Out, 9 am–12 pm 25 Happy Thanksgiving, YMCA Closed DECEMBER 3 5 6 9 10 12 16 17 18 21 24 25
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Holiday Babysitting 6–10 pm Karate sessions begin for ages 5 and older Youth Winter Basketball season begins Dinner with Santa, 5:30 pm Holiday Babysitting, 6–10 pm for ages 2 ½ to Teen Ice Skating trip, 6–10 pm Parents’ Morning Out, 9 am–12 pm Holiday Babysitting, 6–10 pm for ages 2 ½ to 12 Middle School Madness, 7–9:30 pm Parents’ Morning Out, 9 am–12 pm YMCA Open, 7 am–3 pm Child Care available, 8 am–2:45 pm No Group Exercise classes Merry Christmas, YMCA Closed
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YMCA Open, 7 am-4 pm Child Care available 8 am-3:45 pm No Group Exercise classes Overnight Lock-In 7 pm–7 am for ages 6–12
JANUARY 1 New Year’s Day, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm Check out our website at www.ymcashr.org/locations/greatbridge or our most up to date Calendar of Events.
Greenbrier Family YMCA
SEPTEMBER 4 Parent/ Child Swim Lessons begin Parents’ Night Out 6 Labor Day YMCA Open, 7 am–2 pm 7 AHA CPR & First Aid, 6 pm Parents’ Morning Out 7,8 Swim Lessons begin 8 Y-Change team forming 6 pm 9 Kids in Motion 10 Scuba Certification Family Movie Night, 6:30 pm 11 Y Soccer begins 13 Crash Course Into Sports, 10 am Y-Change team forming, 6 pm 16 Kids in Motion, 10:30 am 17 Tae Kwon Do 18 Parents’ Night Out 20 Y-Change team forming, 7 pm 21 Ballet ages 4–5, 1 pm, ages 6–8, 4 pm 26 America On the Move Day, 2–4 pm 27 Y-Change team forming, 4:30 pm Y Flag Football begins 28 Y-Change team forming, 8:30 am 29 Y-Change teams forming, 11 am
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Parents’ Night Out Swim Lessons begin Y-Change teams forming, 11 am & 9 am Beginning Karate Monday, 5–6:15 pm & Saturday 9–10:15 am AHA CPR & First Aid, 6 pm Scuba Certification Family Bingo Night 6:30 pm Parents’ Night Out Y-Change team forming, 6 pm (Y-Change II) Active Older Adults, Lunch Y-Change team forming, 6 pm Y Volleyball Clinic, 6 pm Tae Kwon Do, ages 3–5, 4:30 pm, ages 6–12, 5:30 pm Swim Lessons begin Fall Festival, 2–5 pm
November 1 Y-Change teams forming, 7 pm 1,2 Swim Lessons begin 2 Crash Course Into Sports, 10 am AHA CPR & First Aid, 6 pm 6 Parents’ Night Out 8 Y-Change II teams forming, 4:30 pm 9 Y-Change team forming, 8:30 am 12 Scuba Certification Family Fun Night, 6:30 pm 15 Y-Change II teams forming, 11 am Beginning Karate, Mon 5–6:15 pm & Sat 9–10:15 am 16 Crash Course in Holiday Ballet ages 2–3, 12 pm, ages 4–5, 1 pm, ages 6–8, 4 pm 19 Crash Course in Holiday Ballet ages 2–3, 12 pm 20 Parents’ Night Out 25 Happy Thanksgiving, YMCA Closed
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Swim Lessons begin
December 1 Y-Change teams forming 11 am & 6 pm 4 Parents’ Night Out 7 AHA CPR & First Aid, 6 pm 10 Scuba Certification Family Bingo Night, 6:30 pm 11 Cookies with Santa, 11 am–1 pm 15 Active Older Adults Lunch 18 Parents’ Night Out 24 Christmas Eve, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm 25 Merry Christmas, YMCA Closed 31 New Year’s Eve, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm January 1 New Year’s Day, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm Check out our website at www.ymcashr.org/locations/greenbrier for our most up to date Calendar of Events.
Greenbrier North YMCA Wellness & Racquetball Center
SEPTEMBER 6 Labor Day YMCA Open, 7 am–2 pm 8 ChildWatch hours change to 9 am–12 pm & 5–8 pm, Monday–Friday Interactive Zone Hours change to 5–8 pm, Monday–Friday only 17 Family Movie Night 20 Y-Change I session begins, 9 am 24 Fun Friday Membership Appreciation Day 26 America On the Move Day, 2–4 pm 29 Y-Change II session begins, 9 am Y-Change II session begins, 6:30 pm October 5 15 20 28
Y-Change I session begins, 6:30 pm Family Movie Night in Interactive Zone, 6:30 pm Member Appreciation Day Racquetball A League begins, 6 pm
November 1 Racquetball Open League begins 5 pm Y-Change I session begins, 9 am 2 Racquetball B League begins, 6 pm 10 Y-Change II session begins, 9 am Y-Change II session begins, 6:30pm 11 School’s Out-Full Day Holiday Camp, 7 am–6 pm 12 School’s Out-Full Day Holiday Camp, 7 am–6 pm 16 Y-Change I session begins, 6:30 pm 19 Family Movie Night in Interactive Zone, 6:30 pm 25 Happy Thanksgiving, YMCA Closed December 3 Mistletoe / Hope Racquetball Tournament 8 Racquetball 101, 6 pm 17 Family Movie Night in Interactive Zone, 6:30 pm 20 Member Appreciation Day 22–23 School’s Out-Full Day Holiday Camp, 7 am–6 pm 24 Christmas Eve, YMCA Open 5:30 am– 2 pm 25 Merry Christmas, YMCA Closed 28–31 School’s Out-Full Day Holiday Camp, 7 am–6 pm 31 New Year’s Eve, YMCA Open 5:30 am– 2 pm January 1 New Year’s Day, YMCA Open, 8 am–4 pm Check out our website at www.ymcashr.org/locations/greenbriernorth for our most up to date Calendar of Events.
ASSOCIATION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Chesapeake
Taylor Bend Family YMCA
September 1 HYPE session begins, 2–3 pm 4 Parents’ Night Out, 6–9:30 pm 6 Labor Day, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm; Outdoor Pool Open 10 am–6 pm 9 Y-Change session begins, 10:15–11:15 am 11 Swim Lessons begin, 9 am Community CPR Class, 1–4 pm Parents’ Night Out, 6–9:30 pm 11–12 Outdoor Pool Open 1–5 pm 13 Swim Lessons begin, 3 pm 14 Swim Lessons begin, 10 am and 5 pm Y-Change sessions begin, 5:15–6:15 pm or 6:30–7:30 pm 17 Youth Karate, beginner session begins, 7:15–8:45 pm 18 Y-Change session begins, 9:30–10:30 am Youth Karate-Intermediate session begins, 11:45 am–1:15 pm Teens Night Out, 6–10 pm 24 Adult Dance Class begins, 7–8:30 pm 25 Family Movie Night 6–8 pm 26 America On the Move Family Day Event, 2–4 pm First Annual Taylor Bend “Y-Not Tri” Youth Triathlon, 2–4 pm 27 Y-Change sessions begin, 5:15–6:15 pm or 6:30–7:30 pm 28 Swim Lessons begin, 10 am Y-Change session begins, 10:15–11:15 am OCTOBER 2 4 5 6 9 11 12 14 22 23 28 29
Parents’ Night Out 6–9:30 pm HYPE session begins, 2–3pm Master’s Swim begins, 5:30–7:30 am American Red Cross Blood Drive, 3–8 pm Parents’ Night Out, 6–9:30 pm Swim Lessons begin, 3 pm Y-Change II session begins, 10:15–11:15 am Swim Lessons begin, 3 pm Swim Lessons begin, 10 am and 5 pm Pre-Holiday Boot Camp session begins, 9:15 am Youth Karate, Beginner session begins, 7:15–8:45 pm Youth Karate, Intermediate session begins, 11:45 am–1:15 pm Children’s Halloween Bash, 7–8:30 pm Y-Change session begins, 10–11 am Teen Lock-In, 10 pm–7 am
November 1 HYPE session begins, 2–3 pm 2 Y-Change sessions begin, 6–7 pm 6 Swim Lessons begin, 9 am Y-Change session begins, 9:30–10:30 am Parents’ Night Out, 6–9:30 pm 8 Swim Lessons begin, 3 pm 9 Swim Lessons begin, 10 am and 5 pm 11 Holiday Camp, 6:30 am–6 pm 13 Super Sitter, 9 am–3 pm Parents’ Night Out, 6–9:30 pm 15 Y-Change session begins, 5:15–6:15 pm or 6:30–7:30 pm 19 Youth Karate, beginner session begins, 7:15–8:45 pm 20 Youth Karate-Intermediate session begins, 11:45 am–1:15 pm Family Fall Fest, 12–2 pm Teens’ Night Out, 6–10 pm 25 Happy Thanksgiving, YMCA Closed 29 HYPE session begins, 2–3 pm
December 1 American Red Cross Blood Drive, 3–8 pm 3 Adult Dance Class begins, 7–8:30 pm 4 Parents’ Night Out, 6–9:30 pm 11 2nd Annual Taylor Bend Craft Show, 9:30 am–2 pm Parents’ Night Out, 6–9:30 pm 17 Teen Lock-In, 10 pm–7 am 19 Snap, Snack and Swim with Santa, 2–4:45 pm 24 Christmas Eve, YMCA Open, 5 am–2 pm 25 Merry Christmas, YMCA Closed 27–30 Holiday Camp, 6:30 am–6 pm 28 Y-Change session begins, 6–7 pm 31 New Year’s Eve, YMCA Open 5 am–7 pm January 1 Happy New Year, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm Check out our website at www.ymcashr.org/locations/taylorbend for our most up to date Calendar of Events.
Eastern Shore
Eastern Shore Family YMCA
SEPTEMBER 1 Swim Lessons begin M/W Swim Club 2 Swim Lessons begin T/Th 3 Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–9 pm 6 Labor Day, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm 11 Gymnastics and Little Tumblers YMCA Flag Football 13 Y-Change begins, 4–5 pm 17 Mom’s Morning Out, 9 am–12 pm Kids Y-Change begins, 4–5 pm 25 Swim Lessons begin/Saturdays 26 America On the Move Day, 2–4 pm 28 Y-Change begins, 9–10 am October 1 4 6 5 15 18 21 23 29 November 1 2 5 8 10 18 20 22 25 30
Parents‘ Night Out, 6:30-9 pm Life Guard Class begins 10 am Swim Lessons begin M/W Swim Club Y-Change begins, 3–4 pm Swim Lessons begin T/Th Moms’ Morning Out, 9 am–2 pm Little Shooters Hockey Y-Change begins, 10–11 am Family Fall Party Kids Y-Change begins, 4–5 pm Swim Lessons begin M/W Swim Club Swim Lessons begin T/Th Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–9 pm Y-Change begins, 4–5 pm Dodgeball League Y-Change begins, 10–11 am Moms’ Morning Out, 9 am–12 pm Little Grapplers Wrestling Thanksgiving, YMCA closed Y-Change begins, 6–7 pm
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Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–9 pm Y-Change begins, 1–2 pm Moms’ Morning Out, 9 am–12 pm Christmas Eve, YMCA Open 5:45 am–2 pm Merry Christmas, YMCA Closed Y-Change begins, 9–10 am New Years Eve, YMCA Open 5:45 am–7 pm
Elizabeth City Albemarle Family YMCA
SEPTEMBER 6 Labor Day, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm M/W Swim Lessons begin M/F Women-On-Weights begin 7 T/Th Women-On-Weights, 6 pm 8 Y-Change II, 9 am or 6 pm 9 Parents’ Morning Out, 11 am 10 Flick & Float, 6 pm 13 M/W Beginning Karate, 5 pm 14 Fall Outdoor Soccer begins 18 CPR/First Aid, 8 am 23 Parents’ Morning Out, 11 am 25 Parents’ Night Out, 6 pm 26 America On the Move Day, 2–4 pm 27 Y-Change I, 9 am or 6 pm October 2 4 5 7 11 13 19 21 23 30
Tumbling begins M/W Swim Lessons begins M/F Women-On-Weights begins T/Th Swim Lessons begin T/Th Women-On-Weights, 6 pm Parents’ Morning Out, 11 am M/W Beginning Karate, 5 pm Y-Change II, 9 am or 6 pm Y-Change I, 9 am or 6 pm Parents’ Morning Out, 11 am Parents’ Night Out, 6 pm Saturday Swim Lessons begin Tumbling begins
NOVEMBER 1 M/W Swim Lessons begins M/F Women-On-Weights begin 2 T/Th Swim Lessons begin T/Th Women-On-Weights, 6 pm 4 Parents’ Morning Out, 11 am 8 Y-Change I, 9 am or 6 pm 10 Y-Change II, 9 am or 6 pm 12 Flick & Float, 6 pm 18 Moms’ Morning Out, 11 am 20 Parents’ Night Out, 6 pm 25 Thanksgiving, YMCA Closed 29 M/W Swim Lessons begin 30 Y-Change I, 9 am or 6 pm December 2 4 8 11 16 18 20 24 25 26 27 31
Mom’s Morning Out, 11 am Milk & Cookies with Santa, 9:30 am Shop without the Kids, 12 pm Y-Change II, 9 am or 6 pm Parents’ Night Out, 6 pm Parents’ Morning Out, 11 am CPR/First Aid, 8 am Holiday Camp Week 1 Christmas Eve, YMCA Open 5:30 am–2 pm Merry Christmas, YMCA Closed Day after Christmas, YMCA Open 1–6 pm Holiday Camp Week 2 New Year’s Eve, YMCA Open 5:30 am–2 pm
JANUARY 1 New Year’s Day, 7 am–6 pm Check out our website at www.ymcashr.org/locations/albemarle for our most up to date Calendar of Events.
January 1
New Years Day, YMCA Open 8 am–2 pm
Check out our website at www.ymcashr.org/locations/easternshore for our most up to date Calendar of Events.
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ASSOCIATION CALENDAR OF EVENTS Franklin
James L. Camp, Jr. Family YMCA
SEPTEMBER 6 Labor Day, YMCA Open 5 am–2 pm 7 KidZone After School Program begins Senior CYSS Swim Team begins Junior Tennis season begins, Session 1 11 Middle School Madness, 7–9:30 pm 13 Y-Change I and II begin Swim Lessons session begins Junior CYSS Swim Team begins Preschool; Adult Swim Lessons begin 18 Parents’ Night Out 25 Middle School Madness, 7–9:30 pm 26 America On the Move Day, 2–4 pm October 1 2 4 7 9 15 18 23 28
Adult Beginner Tennis Clinic Session 1 begins Parent’s Night Out YMCA Golf Tournament Junior Tennis session 2 begins Cardio Tennis session 1 begins Middle School Madness, 7–9:30 pm Prime-time Family Game Night Swim Lessons begin Middle School Madness, 7–9:30 pm Halloween at the Y, 6:30–8 pm
November 1 Junior Tennis Session 3 begins Cardio Tennis Session 2 begins Y-Change I and II begin 4 Adult Beginner Tennis Clinic Session 2 begins 6 Middle School Madness, 7–9:30 pm 13 Parent’s Night Out 12 Basketball Registration Begins 19–30 Make the Pass Membership campaign 20 Middle School Madness, 7–9:30 pm 25 Happy Thanksgiving, YMCA Closed Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 5K Walk/Run 9 am December 1 Junior Tennis Session 4 begins 2 Cardio Tennis Session 3 begins Adult Beginner Tennis Clinic Session 3 begins 4 Parents’ Night Out 12 Jingle Bell 5K Walk/Run, 2 pm 13 Visions of Sugarplums Santa Calls 16 Swim Team Christmas Party 20–23 Winter Break Camp, Session 1 24 Christmas Eve Hours, 5 am–Noon 25 Merry Christmas, YMCA Closed 27–30 Winter Break Camp, Session 2 31 New Years Eve, YMCA Open 5 am–7 pm January 1 New Year’s Day, YMCA Open, 7 am–2 pm Check out our website at www.ymcashr.org/locations/franklin for our most up to date Calendar of Events.
Norfolk Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA
SEPTEMBER 1 Real Adventure Wednesday, Ages 6 wks–5 yrs, every Wednesday, 9 am - noon 3 Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–9:30 pm 4 Women’s Self Defense Clinic Room 201,12:15–1:30 pm 6 Labor Day, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm 10 Family Night BINGO, 7–9 pm 11 Tumble Bunnies
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Breakfast Social Guest Speaker Series 6th Floor, 9:30–10:30 am Free-Weight Clinic 4th Floor,10:30–11:45 am New Y-Change I session begins 12:15(M, T, Th) New Y-Change I session begins 6-7 pm (M, T, Th) Little Kickers, Coaches Meeting, 6 pm CPR/AED Certification Class, 5:30–8 pm Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–9:30 pm New Hap ki do for Kids session begins, 9:45 am New Y-Change I session begins, 9:30 (M, W, F) New Y-Change I session begins, 7 pm (T, Th, Sat 10 am) Teen Leaders’ Club Interest Meeting, 6:45 pm Little Kickers Season begins America on the Move Day, 2–4 pm
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Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–9:30 pm Women’s Self Defense Clinic,12:15–1:30 pm Free-Weight Clinic 4th Floor,10:30–11:45 am Holiday Camp Fun Club Breakfast Social Guest Speaker Series 6th Floor, 9:30–10:30 am Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–9:30 pm CPR/AED Certification Class 5:30–8 pm Support a Teen Leader, My Y Week Adult Coed Volleyball League Season begins New Y-Change I session begins 12:15 pm or 6 pm, (M, T, Th) Teen Leaders’ Club 1st Induction of the School Year, 6:45 pm Family Night Halloween Bash, 7–9 pm Norfolk Ghost Tour & Costume Contest, Norfolk Walkabouts
November TBD ChildWatch Special Event Child Seat Safety Check 1 Free-Weight Clinic 4th Floor,10:30–11:45 am 1-2 Holiday Camp Fun Club 2 New Y-Change I session Begins 7 pm (T, Th, Sat 10 am) 5 Parents’ Night Out Camp Out, 6:30-9:30 pm Downtown Dinner Tour 6 Women’s Self Defense Clinic Room,12:15 pm 6-7 Teen Leaders Club Overnight Rally at Camp Silver Beach 8 Breakfast Social Guest Speaker Series 6th Floor, 9:30-10:30 am New Y-Change I Session Begins 9:30 am (M, W, F) 10 CPR/AED Certification Class, 5:30–8 pm 12 Family Night Family Scavenger Hunt, 7–9 pm 15 Holiday Kick-Off Begins 16 McDonald’s Member Nutrition Seminar Y-Change Studio, 7 pm 19 Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–9:30 pm 23 Teen Leaders’ Club Holiday Party, 6:45 pm 25 Thanksgiving Day, YMCA Closed December 3 Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–9:30 pm 4 Women’s Self Defense Clinic,12:15–1:30 pm Drop & Shop 6 Free-Weight Clinic 4th Floor,10:30–11:45 am 10 Family Night Dinner with Santa, 7–9 pm 11 Drop & Shop 13 Breakfast Social Guest Speaker Series 6th Floor, 9:30–10:30 am 17 Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–9:30 pm Historic Norfolk & Christmas Caroling Tour, Norfolk Walkabouts 18 Drop & Shop 15 Holiday Kick-Off Ends 22-31 Holiday Camp Fun Club 23 Teen Leaders’ Club, Induction &
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Holiday Party, 6:45 pm Christmas Eve Holiday Hours, 7 am – 2 pm Merry Christmas, YMCA Closed New Year’s Eve, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm
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New Years Day, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm
Check out our website at www.ymcashr.org/locations/norfolk for our most up to date Calendar of Events.
Outer Banks Outer Banks Family YMCA
SEPTEMBER 2 Y-Change, 7–8 pm 6 Labor Day, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm Outdoor Pool Open, 10 am–6 pm 7 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 8 “It’s My Y,” 7 pm 9 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 10 Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–10 pm 11 FREE Fitness Assessments, 9–11:30 am 14 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 16 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 20 Y-Change, 7–8 pm 21 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 23 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 25 FREE Fitness Assessments, 9–11:30 am Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–10 pm 26 America On the Move Day, 2–4 pm 28 Y-Change, 10:30–11:30 am Women-On-Weights, 8-9 am October 2 Annual 5k & Dog Swim 6 “It’s My Y,” 7 pm 8 Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–10 pm 9 FREE Fitness Assessments, 9–11:30 am ARC CPR Class, 9 am–6 pm 12 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 14 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 19 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 21 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 22 Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–10 pm 23 FREE Fitness Assessments, 9–11:30 am 26 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 28 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am November 1 Y-Change, 7–9 pm 2 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 4 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 6 FREE Fitness Assessments, 9–11:30 am 9 Y-Change, 10:30–11:30 am Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 10 “It’s My Y,” 7 pm 12 Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–10 pm 15 Holiday Kick-Off Challenge begins! 16 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 18 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 20 FREE Fitness Assessments, 9–11:30 am 23 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am 25 Happy Thanksgiving, YMCA Closed 26 9th Annual Turkey Burn, 9–1:30 pm 30 Women-On-Weights, 8–9 am December 2 Y-Change, 7–9 pm 10 Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–10 pm 11 FREE Fitness Assessments, 9–11:30 am Cookies With Santa, 3–6 pm 15 Holiday Kick-Off Challenge ends 24 Christmas Eve, YMCA open 5 am– 4 pm 25 Merry Christmas, YMCA Closed 31 New Year’s Eve, YMCA open 5 am–6 pm January 1 Happy New Year, YMCA open 8 am–2 pm Check out our website at www.ymcashr.org/locations/outerbanks for our most up to date Calendar of Events.
Portsmouth
Suffolk
Effingham Street Family YMCA
Suffolk Family YMCA
SEPTEMBER 6 Labor Day YMCA Open, 7 am–2 pm Pool Hours, 10 am–2 pm 3 Ladies’ Night Out, 6:30–8 pm 7 Before and Afterschool begins 8 Active Older Adult Wii Bowling, 9:30–10:30 am 15 Y-Change begins 10 am 18 Parents’ Night Out, 6–9 pm 20 Member Appreciation Day 24 Active Older Adult Wii Bowling, 9:30–10:30 am 25 Zumba-thon, 11 am–1 pm 26 America On the Move Day, 2–4 pm October 1 6 7 16 22 29
Ladies Night Out, 6:30–8 pm Active Older Adult Wii Bowling, 9:30–10:30 am Y-Change begins 6:30 pm Parents’ Night Out, 6–9 pm Active Older Adult Wii Bowling, 9:30–10:30 am Before and After-School Fall Festival
November 3 Y-Change begins, 10 am Active Older Adult Wii Bowling, 9:30–10:30 am 5 Ladies Night Out, 6:30–8 pm Holiday Kickoff Fitness incentive begins 15 Member Appreciation Day 17 Active Older Adult Wii Bowling, 9:30–10:30 am 20 Parents’ Night Out, 6–9 pm 25 Happy Thanksgiving, YMCA closed December 3 15 18 19 20 23 24 25 27 28 29 30 31 pm
Active Older Adult Wii Bowling, 9:30–10:30 am Ladies Night Out, 6:30–8 pm Active Older Adult Wii Bowling, 9:30–10:30 am Parents’ Night Out, 6–9 pm Holiday Kickoff Fitness Incentive ends Member Appreciation Day Holiday Camp, 6:30 am–6 pm Christmas Eve, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm Merry Christmas, YMCA Closed Holiday Camp, 6:30 am–6 pm Holiday Camp, 6:30 am–6 pm Holiday Camp, 6:30 am–6 pm Holiday Camp, 6:30 am–6 pm New Year’s Eve, YMCA Open, 5:30 am–6 Holiday Camp, 6:30 am–6 pm
January 1 New Year’s Day, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm Check out our website at www.ymcashr.org/locations/effingham for our most up to date Calendar of Events.
SEPTEMBER 1 Tae-Kwon-Do Starts, Wednesdays & Fridays 6 Labor Day, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm Outdoor Pool closes at 5 pm 9 Hollywood Outdoor Pool Party, 10 am 11 Register for Parents’ Night 13 New Y-Change begins 9:15 & 10:30 am 14 New Y-Change begins 6: 15 & 7:30 pm 16 AOA Games and Lunches, 10 am 25 Parents’ Night Out *Register for Parents’ Night out 26 America On the Move Day, 2–4 pm Volunteers welcomed October 1 Registration for Basketball Begin Tae-Kwon-Do Begins, Wednesdays & Fridays 2 Parents’ Night Out 7 AOA BRA HA HA, Waterside Field Trip–Time TBA 8 AOA Peanut Fest Senior Day, 9 am 9 Register for Parents’ Night Out 16 Parents’ Night Out 21 AOA Games, Lunch and Line Dancing, 10 am 22 Halloween at the Suffolk Family YMCA, Family Event, 7–9 pm; Volunteers welcomed 30 Register for Parents’ Night Out November 1 Y-Change begins, 9:15 & 10:30 am Tae-Kwon-Do starts, Wednesdays & Fridays 2 New Y Change begins, 6:15 & 7:30 pm 4 AOA Fall Wreath Making and Pot Luck lunch, 9 am 6 Parents’ Night Out 13 Register for Parents’ Night Out 18 AOA Bingo with prizes, lunch catered by Roy & Rickys, 10 am Thanksgiving Dinner for Members, 7–9 pm Volunteers welcomed 20 Parents’ Night Out 25 Happy Thanksgiving, YMCA closed 27 Register for Parents’ Night Out December 1 Last Day to register for Basketball Registration for Holiday Camp begins Tae-Kwon-Do Begins, Wednesdays & Fridays 2 Active Older Adult Games and Lunch, 10 am 3 Cookies with Santa, 6:30–8:30 pm 4 Parents’ Night Out 16 Active Older Adult Christmas Party,10 am 17 Registration for Holiday Camp Ends 23 Holiday Camp Begins 25 Merry Christmas, YMCA Closed January 1 New Years Day, YMCA Open 7 am–4 pm Check out our website at www.ymcashr.org/locations/suffolk for our most up to date Calendar of Events.
Virginia Beach Hilltop Family YMCA
SEPTEMBER 4 Weight Lifting Competition 6 Labor Day, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm 6 America On the Move Fitness Challenge Begins 10 Parents’ Night Out 7–10 pm 11 Fall Soccer League begins 15 Tijuana Flats Fellowship Night 16 Parents’ Morning Out 11 am – 2 pm 19 Adult Flag Football League begins 20 Y-Change II – M/W/F 21 Y-Change -Tues/Thurs/Sat
24 Member Appreciation Day 26 America On the Move Family Day, 2–4 pm 26 America On the Move Fitness Challenge Ends 27 America On the Move Fitness Challenge prizes awarded 28 Family Bike Night October 8 Parents’ Night Out 7–10 pm 13 Fellowship Night Tijuana Flats 21 Parents’ Morning Out 11 am–2 pm 25 Y-Change, M/W/F 26 Family Bike Night 29 Member Appreciation Day November 1 Holiday Kickoff Fitness Challenge 2 Holiday Camp 8 Y-Change II, M/W/F 9 Y-Change, T/TR/S 11 Holiday Camp 12 Parents’ Night Out, 7–10 pm 12 Holiday Camp 13 Youth Beginning Karate, M/W, 6–7 pm 17 Tijuana Flats Fellowship Night 18 Parents’ Morning Out, 11 am–2 pm 19 Member’s Appreciation Day 25 Happy Thanksgiving, YMCA closed 26 Drop and Shop, 6–10 am & 9 am–2 pm December 4 Drop and Shop, 9 am–2 pm 10 Parents’ Night Out, 7–10 pm 11 Drop and Shop, 9 am–2 pm 15 Tijuana Flats Fellowship Night 16 Parents’ Morning Out 11 am–2 pm 17 Member’s Appreciation Day 23 Holiday Camp 24 Christmas Eve, YMCA Open 5 am–2 pm 25 Christmas Day, YMCA Closed 27 Holiday Camp 31 New Year’s Eve, YMCA Open 5 am– 9 pm JANUARY 1 New Year’s Day, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm Check out our website at www.ymcashr.org/locations/hilltop for our most up to date Calendar of Events.
Indian River Family YMCA
SEPTEMBER 2 New Student Welcome Night, 6 pm 4 Pancakes for Pictures, 8–10 am 6 Labor Day, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm 7 Soccer begins (Pre K-2nd Grade) 7 Master’s Swim, Tuesday and Thursday, 6–7 am 9 Soccer begins (3rd grade and up) 13 Leaders’ Club Parent/Teen Meeting, 6:30 pm 14 Gym and Swim Tues & Thurs, 9:30–10:45 am 15 Ballet Wednesday and Friday, 9:30–10:15 am 16 Family Craft Night, 6:30–7:30 pm; Free Event 17 Parents’ Night Out, Indian River, 6:30–10 pm 18 Pancakes for Pictures, 8–10 am 24 Family Movie Night, 6:30–9 pm Family Dinner at Salem Family Center 26 America On the Move Family Day, 2–4 pm October 2 Pancakes for Pictures, 8 am–10 am Parents’ Night Out, Salem Family Center 11 Ballet begins, Salem Family Center 13 Karate begins 7 pm Beginner, 8 pm Advanced 15 Parents’ Night Out 6:30–10 pm 16 Pumpkin Carving, Salem Family Center 16 Pancakes for Pictures, 8–10 am
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Gym and Swim Tues & Thurs, 9:30–10:45 am Ballet Wednesday and Friday 9:30–10:15 am Family Craft Night, 6:30–7:30 pm Fall Festival, 6:30–8 pm Family Movie Night, 6:30–9 pm Halloween 2 hour spin, 8:30–10:30 am Spooky Halloween Pool Party, 7–8 pm
November 2 Holiday Camp, 6:45 am–6 pm 6 Pancakes for Pictures, 8–10 am Parents’ Night Out, Salem Family Center 11 Holiday Camp, 6:45 am–6 pm 12 Holiday Camp, 6:45 am–6 pm Family Movie Night, 6:30–9 pm 13 Flag Football begins, Pre K–3rd Grade 18 Family Craft Night, 6:30–7:30 pm 19 Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–10 pm Family Dinner at Salem Family Center 20 Pancakes for Pictures, 8–10 am 25 Happy Thanksgiving, YMCA Closed 26 Day-after-Thanksgiving 2 Hour Cycling Class, 8:30–10:30 am 26 Turkey Tread Pool workout, 9–10:30 am December 4 Pancakes for Pictures, 8–10 am 4 Parents’ Night Out, Salem Family Center 11 Ornament Making, Salem Family Center 13–17 Leaders’ Club Volunteers, Wrapping Gifts in the lobby (Free to Members) 17 Parents’ Night Out, 6:30–10 pm 18 Pancakes for Pictures, 8–10 am 18 Cookies with Santa, 10 am–12 pm 18 Jolly Holiday Happening Pool Party 2–4 pm 20–21 Leaders’ Club Volunteers, Wrapping Gifts in the lobby (Free to Members) 23 Holiday Camp, 6:45 am–6 pm 25 Christmas Day, YMCA Closed 27–30 Holiday Camp, 6:45 am–6 pm 31 New Year’s Eve, YMCA Open 5:30 am–2 pm January 1 New Year’s Day, YMCA Open 7 am–2 pm
Check out our website at www.ymcashr.org/locations/indianriver for our most up to date Calendar of Events.
Mt. Trashmore Family YMCA
SEPTEMBER 1 Women-On-Weights begins 3 Parents’ Night Out 4 Swim Lessons begin 8 Soccer parents and coaches meeting 11 Fitness assessments 13 Y-Change 13 Soccer practice begins 14 Y-Change 17 Parents’ Night Out 21 Y-Change II begins 24 National Family Night Out and Recipe Contest 26 America On the Move Day, 2–4 pm 28 Y-Change begins OCTOBER 1 Parents’ Night Out 4 Women-On-Weights
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5 Women-On-Weights 9 Life Guard Certification class begins 12 Swim lessons begin 14 Water Arthritis begins 15 Parents’ Night Out 16 Fitness Assessments 23 Harvest Fest 25 Y-Change and Tumbling begin 25 Peewee Sports begins 26 Y-Change, Karate for Adults and Youth, and Tumbling for School age begins NOVEMBER 1 Women-On-Weights , Y-Change, and Water Arthritis begins 2 Women-On-Weights and Y-Change 2 begins 5 Parents’ Night Out 8 Basketball Registration 12 Y families Give Back 13 Fitness assessments 19 Parents’ Night Out and Swim Lessons begins 29 Y-Change and Water Arthritis begins 30 Y-Change DECEMBER 1 Women-On-Weights 2 Women-On-Weights 3 Parents’ Night Out 4 Drop and Shop 5 Santa’s Workshop 6 Swim Lessons and Y-Change 2 begins 17 Parents’ Night Out 24 Christmas Eve, YMCA Open, 5:30 am–2 pm 25 Merry Christmas, YMCA Closed 31 New Year’s Eve, YMCA Open, 5:30 am–7 pm January 1 New Year’s Day, YMCA Open Check out our website at www.ymcashr.org/locations/mttrashmore for our most up to date Calendar of Events.
Serving Coastal Virginia and Northeastern North Carolina Join one–Join them all Members of the YMCA of South Hampton Roads have full access to any YMCA facility in this list and a variety of programs and events.
Family Centers Albemarle Family YMCA 1240 North Road Street Elizabeth City, North Carolina 27909 (252) 334-9622
Great Bridge/Hickory Family YMCA 633 South Battlefield Boulevard Chesapeake, Virginia 23322 (757) 546-9622
Mt. Trashmore Family YMCA 4441 South Blvd. Virginia Beach, Virginia 23452 (757) 456-9622
Blocker Norfolk Family YMCA 312 West Bute Street Norfolk, Virginia 23510 (757) 622-9622
Greenbrier Family YMCA 1033 Greenbrier Parkway Chesapeake, Virginia 23320 (757) 547-9622
Outer Banks Family YMCA 3000 South Croatan Highway Nags Head, North Carolina 27959 (252) 449-8897
Dominion Tower 999 Waterside Drive, 4th Floor Norfolk, Virginia 23510 (757) 627-4124
Greenbrier North YMCA Wellness & Racquetball Center 2100 Old Greenbrier Road Chesapeake, Virginia 23320 (757) 366-9622
Suffolk Family YMCA 2769 Godwin Boulevard Suffolk, Virginia 23434 (757) 934-9622
Hilltop Family YMCA 1536 Laskin Road Virginia Beach, Virginia 23451 (757) 422-3805
Taylor Bend Family YMCA 4626 Taylor Road Chesapeake, Virginia 23321 (757) 638-9622
Indian River Family YMCA 5660 Indian River Road Virginia Beach, Virginia 23464 (757) 366-0488
Please visit www.ymcashr.org for more information.
Eastern Shore Family YMCA 26164 Lankford Highway Onley, Virginia 23418 (757) 787-5601 Eastern Shore Family YMCA Satellite at Eastville Northampton High School 16041 Courthouse Road Eastville, Virginia 23347 (757) 678-5151 ext. 4066 Effingham Street Family YMCA 1013 Effingham Street Portsmouth, Virginia 23704 (757) 399-5511
James L. Camp, Jr. Family YMCA 300 Crescent Drive Franklin, Virginia 23851 (757) 562-3491
BRAND NEW DAY It’s an exciting time at the YMCA of South Hampton Roads. In the next several months, you will see a new way we communicate our message as we embrace brand revitalization at the Y.
YMCA of South Hampton Roads www.ymcashr.org